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$60+ Cheap flights from North Carolina to San Diego (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 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SAN
mar 15 — mar 221
ndz. 3/15
ndz. 3/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from North Carolina to San Diego

Cheapest flights from North Carolina to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from North Carolina to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on Luty 13, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
pt. 4/104:20 pm
TYS
-
SAN
1 stop10h 42m
Frontier
sob. 4/1811:42 am
SAN
-
TYS
1 stop24h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 2/9$222
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
pon. 3/236:00 am
AVL
-
SAN
1 stop21h 08m
Multiple Airlines
śr. 3/252:08 pm
SAN
-
AVL
1 stop24h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$228
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
pt. 2/208:12 pm
TYS
-
SAN
1 stop18h 16m
Frontier
pon. 2/236:25 am
SAN
-
TYS
1 stop9h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 2/10$232
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
pt. 2/276:51 pm
TYS
-
SAN
1 stop8h 17m
Frontier
pt. 3/66:25 am
SAN
-
TYS
1 stop6h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 2/10$241
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
czw. 4/26:47 pm
RDU
-
SAN
1 stop8h 18m
Frontier
czw. 4/96:45 am
SAN
-
RDU
1 stop9h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 2/10$245
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ndz. 3/2210:07 pm
RDU
-
SAN
1 stop12h 58m
Frontier
wt. 3/246:25 am
SAN
-
RDU
1 stop8h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 2/11$246
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sob. 5/95:48 pm
RDU
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 41m
Alaska Airlines
ndz. 5/179:10 am
SAN
-
RDU
Nonstop4h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/10$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
pt. 2/272:36 pm
RDU
-
SAN
1 stop12h 32m
Frontier
wt. 3/106:25 am
SAN
-
RDU
2 stops14h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 2/12$248
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
pon. 4/138:30 am
AVL
-
SAN
1 stop18h 32m
Multiple Airlines
czw. 4/1612:36 pm
SAN
-
AVL
1 stop24h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$248
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
pon. 5/46:00 am
RDU
-
SAN
2 stops14h 40m
Frontier
pon. 5/186:55 am
SAN
-
RDU
1 stop8h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 2/11$249
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
czw. 9/38:55 am
RDU
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 29m
Multiple Airlines
wt. 9/85:51 pm
SAN
-
RDU
1 stop9h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$250
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
ndz. 5/108:55 am
RDU
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 29m
Multiple Airlines
sob. 5/163:20 pm
SAN
-
RDU
3 stops14h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$251

Find flight deals from North Carolina to San Diego

Keep the following information in mind while searching for North Carolina to San Diego flight deals. Data was last updated Luty 13, 2026.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$222
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$60
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Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$286

Good round-trip deal

$267 or less

Good one-way deal

$512 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from North Carolina 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 Luty 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North Carolina to San Diego that are best for you.

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North Carolina

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Depart

Return

Price

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

śr. 5/13

6:06 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop5h 34m

San Diego

ndz. 5/17

9:10 am-5:06 pm

Nonstop4h 56m

$247

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

pon. 3/9

6:22 pm-12:08 am

1 stop8h 46m

San Diego

pt. 3/13

7:00 am-6:04 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$254

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

czw. 5/14

6:06 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop5h 34m

San Diego

pon. 5/18

9:10 am-5:06 pm

Nonstop4h 56m

$267

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

pt. 5/8

5:48 pm-8:29 pm

Nonstop5h 41m

San Diego

pon. 5/18

9:10 am-5:06 pm

Nonstop4h 56m

$267

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

czw. 4/16

6:25 pm-12:29 am

1 stop9h 04m

San Diego

pt. 4/17

12:40 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$277

KnoxvilleSan Diego

TYS - SAN

TYSSAN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

śr. 8/12

12:20 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop8h 35m

San Diego

wt. 8/18

8:18 am-5:36 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$277

KnoxvilleSan Diego

TYS - SAN

TYSSAN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

wt. 8/11

7:30 am-2:08 pm

1 stop9h 38m

San Diego

sob. 8/15

10:30 pm-10:10 am

1 stop8h 40m

$277

KnoxvilleSan Diego

TYS - SAN

TYSSAN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

wt. 3/10

7:00 am-11:38 am

1 stop7h 38m

San Diego

wt. 3/17

1:53 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$277

KnoxvilleSan Diego

TYS - SAN

TYSSAN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

wt. 3/10

2:25 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop8h 05m

San Diego

wt. 3/17

6:20 am-8:05 pm

2 stops10h 45m

$282

AshevilleSan Diego

AVL - SAN

AVLSAN

Asheville Regional

wt. 6/9

5:25 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop9h 15m

San Diego

pon. 6/15

10:40 pm-10:00 am

1 stop8h 20m

$284

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Best time to book a flight from North Carolina to San Diego

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from North Carolina with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from North Carolina to San Diego

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from North Carolina to San Diego?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to San Diego (average of $94). Flying from North Carolina to San Diego in December is currently the most expensive (average of $232). 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 NC to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from North Carolina 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 Luty 13, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from North Carolina to San Diego in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 46% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from North Carolina to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from North Carolina to San Diego. Price data was last updated on February 7, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their North Carolina to San Diego flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from North Carolina 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 airport do you fly into for flights to San Diego from North Carolina?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from North Carolina to San Diego. It is only a 2.6 mi journey from San Diego (SAN) to San Diego’s city center.

  • How popular is this North Carolina to San Diego flight route?

    Flights from North Carolina to San Diego have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from North Carolina to San Diego?

    Airlines like Alaska Airlines, Frontier, and American Airlines fly from North Carolina to San Diego in about 5h 34m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 12m. The distance between North Carolina and San Diego is about 2187 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from North Carolina to San Diego one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $40. Frontier flights start at $75 while deals on Breeze Airways start at $100 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from North Carolina to San Diego?

    The most popular flight routes from North Carolina to San Diego are Charlotte Douglas - San Diego, Raleigh-Durham - San Diego and Norfolk - San Diego.

  • What are the cheapest flights from North Carolina to San Diego?

    On average you can expect to pay $337 for a flight from North Carolina to San Diego. The cheapest flight overall is $227 while the most popular route, (Charlotte Douglas - San Diego) is currently priced at $193.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from North Carolina to San Diego?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from North Carolina to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from North Carolina 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 North Carolina to San Diego?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to San Diego (average of $94). Flying from North Carolina to San Diego in December is currently the most expensive (average of $232). 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 9 airlines flying from North Carolina to San Diego

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from North Carolina 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 Luty 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$120Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$121Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$132Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$139Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$169Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$227Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$252Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$265Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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