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$142+ Cheap flights from Fort Wayne to San Diego (FWA - SAN)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FWA — SAN
Jun 26 — Jul 31
Fri 6/26
Fri 7/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Fort Wayne to San Diego

Cheapest flights from Fort Wayne to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fort Wayne to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 27, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/26:38 pm
FWA
-
SAN
1 stop8h 09m
American Airlines
Wed 9/910:27 pm
SAN
-
FWA
1 stop10h 04m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/27$295
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/257:39 pm
FWA
-
SAN
1 stop7h 20m
American Airlines
Sat 9/510:45 pm
SAN
-
FWA
1 stop8h 31m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/27$304
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/215:23 am
FWA
-
SAN
1 stop6h 41m
American Airlines
Mon 7/2710:45 pm
SAN
-
FWA
1 stop8h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/27$322
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/76:00 am
FWA
-
SAN
1 stop6h 29m
United Airlines
Sun 7/128:32 pm
SAN
-
FWA
2 stops8h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/24$327
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/15:00 am
FWA
-
SAN
2 stops8h 08m
United Airlines
Wed 7/88:32 pm
SAN
-
FWA
2 stops8h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/23$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/36:22 pm
FWA
-
SAN
1 stop8h 04m
American Airlines
Fri 7/1010:59 pm
SAN
-
FWA
1 stop8h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/24$331
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/2312:57 pm
FWA
-
SAN
1 stop9h 38m
Delta
Thu 7/3011:48 am
SAN
-
FWA
1 stop7h 47m
Delta
Deal found 5/26$349
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/305:25 am
FWA
-
SAN
1 stop6h 50m
American Airlines
Tue 7/77:15 pm
SAN
-
FWA
2 stops12h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/26$353
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/166:00 am
FWA
-
SAN
1 stop6h 29m
United Airlines
Mon 7/208:32 pm
SAN
-
FWA
2 stops8h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/22$354
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/295:26 am
FWA
-
SAN
1 stop6h 38m
American Airlines
Wed 6/31:19 pm
SAN
-
FWA
1 stop8h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/23$360

Find flight deals from Fort Wayne to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Fort Wayne (FWA) to San Diego (SAN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$295
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$142
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$390
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Fort Wayne to San Diego that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Fort Wayne to San Diego that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Fort WayneSan Diego

FWA - SAN

FWASAN

Fort Wayne

Sat 7/25

5:53 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop8h 04m

San Diego

Sat 9/5

11:48 am-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$295

Fort WayneSan Diego

FWA - SAN

FWASAN

Fort Wayne

Wed 7/1

5:00 am-10:08 am

2 stops8h 08m

San Diego

Wed 7/8

8:32 pm-8:10 am

2 stops8h 38m

$329
Quickest round-trip

Fort WayneSan Diego

FWA - SAN

FWASAN

Fort Wayne

Thu 7/9

6:00 am-9:29 am

1 stop6h 29m

San Diego

Thu 7/23

10:25 pm-8:10 am

1 stop6h 45m

$349

Fort WayneSan Diego

FWA - SAN

FWASAN

Fort Wayne

Tue 7/7

6:00 am-9:29 am

1 stop6h 29m

San Diego

Wed 7/22

10:25 pm-8:10 am

1 stop6h 45m

$395

Fort WayneSan Diego

FWA - SAN

FWASAN

Fort Wayne

Tue 10/27

6:00 am-10:11 am

1 stop7h 11m

San Diego

Sat 10/31

10:30 pm-10:55 am

1 stop9h 25m

$395

Fort WayneSan Diego

FWA - SAN

FWASAN

Fort Wayne

Wed 9/2

2:29 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops8h 26m

San Diego

Wed 9/9

8:00 am-10:12 pm

2 stops11h 12m

$405

Fort WayneSan Diego

FWA - SAN

FWASAN

Fort Wayne

Thu 7/9

6:00 am-9:29 am

1 stop6h 29m

San Diego

Wed 7/22

10:25 pm-8:10 am

1 stop6h 45m

$422

Fort WayneSan Diego

FWA - SAN

FWASAN

Fort Wayne

Tue 7/21

6:00 am-9:29 am

1 stop6h 29m

San Diego

Mon 7/27

8:32 pm-8:10 am

2 stops8h 38m

$427
Cheapest one-way

Fort WayneSan Diego

FWA - SAN

FWASAN

Fort Wayne

Sun 8/16

10:30 pm-8:06 pm

1 stop24h 36m

$142

Fort WayneSan Diego

FWA - SAN

FWASAN

Fort Wayne

Sun 7/19

10:25 pm-8:06 pm

1 stop24h 41m

$193

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Deals found on 5/26

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Compare providers for flights from Fort Wayne to San Diego

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Fort Wayne to San Diego in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Fort Wayne-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Fort Wayne-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Fort Wayne-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Fort Wayne-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Fort Wayne-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Fort Wayne to San Diego

How far ahead should I book a flight from Fort Wayne to San Diego?

The price you pay for your flight from Fort Wayne to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 29 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Fort Wayne to San Diego?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Wayne to San Diego (average of $294). Flying from Fort Wayne to San Diego in December is currently the most expensive (average of $663). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Fort Wayne to San Diego?

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Diego. Reviews last updated May 27, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Fort Wayne to San Diego, such as Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,426 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
7.9
Good
8,426 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,426 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,750 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,426 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,642 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,426 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Fort Wayne to San Diego?

    There are many flights that can get you from Fort Wayne to San Diego in 8h 04m. Fly via Delta or United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 1846 mi between Fort Wayne and San Diego. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Fort Wayne to San Diego round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Diego, with prices starting at $250. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $276 and $288, respectively. American Airlines is currently priced 43% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Fort Wayne to San Diego that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Fort Wayne to San Diego flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Fort Wayne to San Diego?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Fort Wayne to San Diego.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Fort Wayne to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Fort Wayne to San Diego by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Fort Wayne to San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Wayne to San Diego (average of $294). Flying from Fort Wayne to San Diego in December is currently the most expensive (average of $663). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Fort Wayne to San Diego

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Fort Wayne to San Diego. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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