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$149+ Cheap flights from Little Rock to San Diego (LIT - SAN)

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LIT — SAN
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Little Rock to San Diego are usually found in August or September, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Little Rock to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Little Rock (LIT) 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$217
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$149
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$486
From Little Rock to San Diego
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Cheapest flights from Little Rock to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Little Rock to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/43:28 pmLIT - SAN
1 stop10h 25mFrontier
Sun 9/76:35 amSAN - LIT
1 stop8h 16mFrontier
Deal found 7/27$217
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/175:46 amLIT - SAN
1 stop6h 06mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/243:01 pmSAN - LIT
1 stop5h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$297
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/232:00 pmLIT - SAN
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Sun 8/246:25 amSAN - LIT
1 stop5h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$337
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sat 12/68:35 amLIT - SAN
1 stop6h 29mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/316:15 amSAN - LIT
2 stops8h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$357
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/410:12 amLIT - SAN
2 stops13h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/76:35 amSAN - LIT
1 stop8h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$373
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Wed 8/132:20 pmLIT - SAN
1 stop8h 55mDelta
Sun 8/1710:30 pmSAN - LIT
1 stop8h 15mDelta
Deal found 7/29$507

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Little Rock to San Diego that are best for you.

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Little Rock

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Little RockSan Diego

LIT - SAN

LITSAN

Little Rock

Thu 9/4

3:28 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop10h 25m

San Diego

Sun 9/7

6:35 am-4:51 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$217

Little RockSan Diego

LIT - SAN

LITSAN

Little Rock

Wed 9/17

5:50 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop6h 46m

San Diego

Wed 9/24

7:13 am-4:59 pm

1 stop7h 46m

$297

Little RockSan Diego

LIT - SAN

LITSAN

Little Rock

Sat 8/23

2:00 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

San Diego

Sun 8/24

6:25 am-2:15 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$337

Little RockSan Diego

LIT - SAN

LITSAN

Little Rock

Sat 12/6

8:35 am-1:04 pm

1 stop6h 29m

San Diego

Wed 12/31

6:15 am-4:42 pm

2 stops8h 27m

$357

Little RockSan Diego

LIT - SAN

LITSAN

Little Rock

Thu 9/4

10:12 am-9:57 pm

2 stops13h 45m

San Diego

Sun 9/7

6:35 am-4:51 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$373

Little RockSan Diego

LIT - SAN

LITSAN

Little Rock

Sat 10/18

9:25 am-9:44 pm

2 stops14h 19m

San Diego

Wed 10/22

7:10 pm-8:40 am

2 stops11h 30m

$3,422

Little RockSan Diego

LIT - SAN

LITSAN

Little Rock

Tue 9/2

5:45 am-9:47 am

1 stop6h 02m

$149

Little RockSan Diego

LIT - SAN

LITSAN

Little Rock

Sat 8/9

9:28 pm-9:55 am

2 stops14h 27m

$185

Little RockSan Diego

LIT - SAN

LITSAN

Little Rock

Wed 10/29

1:30 pm-12:13 am

2 stops12h 43m

$194

Little RockSan Diego

LIT - SAN

LITSAN

Little Rock

Tue 9/2

12:25 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops8h 00m

$214

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Best time to book a flight from Little Rock to San Diego

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Little Rock to San Diego

How far ahead should I book a flight from Little Rock to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Little Rock to San Diego. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Little Rock to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 45 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 Little Rock to San Diego?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Little Rock to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Little Rock to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LIT to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Little Rock to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Little Rock to San Diego at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 7% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Little Rock to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Little Rock to San Diego. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Little Rock to San Diego flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Little Rock to San Diego?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Little Rock to San Diego?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Little Rock to San Diego chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Houston (IAH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Little Rock to San Diego on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Little Rock to San Diego?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Little Rock to San Diego, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $245.

What’s the fastest layover option from Little Rock to San Diego?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Little Rock to San Diego, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 4h 16m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Little Rock to San Diego?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Little Rock to San Diego, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Dallas (DAL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 03m.

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 July 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Little Rock to San Diego to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,238 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Little Rock to San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Little Rock to San Diego round-trip?

    Currently priced at $217, Frontier will fly you from Little Rock to San Diego and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $297 and $337, respectively. You may be able to fly from Little Rock to San Diego for 48% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Little Rock to San Diego one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $149 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $194 and Southwest from $214 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Little Rock to San Diego?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Little Rock to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Little Rock 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 Little Rock to San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Little Rock to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Little Rock to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 6 airlines flying from Little Rock to San Diego

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Little Rock 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$129Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$168Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$307Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$346Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$346Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$397Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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