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$50+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Diego (LAX - SAN)

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LAX — SAN
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to San Diego are usually found in July or March, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 enero 8, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$96
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$50
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$273

Good round-trip deal

$179 or less

Good one-way deal

$233 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-San Diego flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Los Angeles-San Diego flights.
From Los Angeles to San Diego
One-way flight from Los Angeles to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to San Diego.
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 8, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 1/314:45 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop17h 40mFrontier
dom. 2/89:45 pmSAN - LAX
1 stop10h 51mFrontier
Deal found 1/6$96
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 1/298:57 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop13h 27mFrontier
dom. 2/19:45 pmSAN - LAX
1 stop10h 51mFrontier
Deal found 1/6$97
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 2/212:26 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop4h 37mFrontier
jue. 2/511:10 amSAN - LAX
1 stop5h 44mFrontier
Deal found 1/7$98
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 2/209:21 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop22h 32mFrontier
vie. 2/278:20 pmSAN - LAX
1 stop12h 31mFrontier
Deal found 1/6$99
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 2/31:56 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop9h 35mFrontier
mar. 2/108:00 amSAN - LAX
1 stop7h 45mFrontier
Deal found 1/6$104
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 2/412:24 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop22h 01mFrontier
lun. 2/911:49 amSAN - LAX
1 stop12h 41mFrontier
Deal found 1/8$106
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 2/31:56 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop9h 35mFrontier
mié. 2/47:00 amSAN - LAX
1 stop16h 31mFrontier
Deal found 1/7$109
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 2/58:57 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop13h 27mFrontier
jue. 2/126:25 amSAN - LAX
1 stop10h 29mFrontier
Deal found 1/8$110
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 1/314:45 pmLAX - SAN
1 stop17h 40mFrontier
sáb. 2/77:00 amSAN - LAX
1 stop8h 50mFrontier
Deal found 1/6$112

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles 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 enero 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to San Diego that are best for you.

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Los Angeles

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

mar. 2/3

1:56 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop9h 35m

San Diego

mar. 2/10

8:00 am-3:45 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$104

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

jue. 1/29

6:30 am-12:08 am

1 stop17h 38m

San Diego

dom. 2/1

9:45 pm-8:36 am

1 stop10h 51m

$105

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

jue. 2/5

8:57 pm-10:24 am

1 stop13h 27m

San Diego

jue. 2/12

6:25 am-4:54 pm

1 stop10h 29m

$110

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

mar. 2/3

4:07 pm-7:34 pm

2 stops27h 27m

San Diego

mar. 2/10

8:00 am-3:45 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$132

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

dom. 2/22

1:43 pm-4:04 pm

1 stop26h 21m

San Diego

dom. 3/1

8:20 pm-7:06 am

1 stop10h 46m

$133

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

mié. 4/8

7:14 pm-8:12 pm

Nonstop0h 58m

San Diego

dom. 4/19

11:01 am-12:11 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$179

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

jue. 2/5

9:00 am-9:57 am

Nonstop0h 57m

San Diego

dom. 2/8

2:55 pm-4:04 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

$179

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

vie. 1/30

12:40 pm-1:33 pm

Nonstop0h 53m

San Diego

sáb. 1/31

6:35 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$179

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

mié. 2/4

9:17 am-10:27 am

Nonstop1h 10m

San Diego

dom. 2/8

11:08 am-12:18 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$179

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

mié. 2/4

9:00 am-9:57 am

Nonstop0h 57m

San Diego

sáb. 2/7

10:45 am-12:01 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

$179

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Compare providers for flights from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to San Diego in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 Los Angeles-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Los Angeles-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Los Angeles-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to San Diego

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to San Diego. Price data was last updated on January 2, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego, you should look to book at least 63 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego (average of $79). Flying from Los Angeles to San Diego in October is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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 LAX to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 enero 8, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Los Angeles to San Diego in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

The best insider tips for Los Angeles to San Diego flights

AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Los Angeles to San Diego trip
Airports
LAX

For a quicker check-in, know your terminal before arriving. All terminals are connected airside, allowing you to bypass long lines.

SAN

SAN is just three miles from downtown. Plan for traffic when using taxis or rideshares, as congestion can occur.

Our travel experts
Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SAN

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on LAX

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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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 enero 8, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and Spirit Airlines from Los Angeles to San Diego by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles 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 airports do I use to fly from Los Angeles to San Diego?

    If you wish to fly to San Diego from Los Angeles, then you need to book flights from Los Angeles to San Diego. There are 35 flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Diego (SAN) per day to choose from. Flights to San Diego from Los Angeles are available from 3 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 0h 50m is how long a nonstop flight from Los Angeles to San Diego typically takes.

  • How popular is this Los Angeles to San Diego flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to San Diego?

    A quick flight from Los Angeles to San Diego can take about 9h 35m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $104. There are 109 mi between Los Angeles and San Diego.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Diego round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Los Angeles to San Diego round-trip from $78. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $179, and United Airlines, from $179. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 66% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Los Angeles to San Diego one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $31 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $101 and United Airlines from $153 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to San Diego?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Los Angeles to San Diego are United Airlines (89%), Air China (86%) and Avianca (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Diego?

    On average you can expect to pay $278 for a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego. The cheapest flight overall is $179 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - San Diego) is currently priced at $110.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to San Diego?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Los Angeles to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to San Diego?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego (average of $79). Flying from Los Angeles to San Diego in October is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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 Los Angeles to San Diego

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 enero 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$78Average$108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$179Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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