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$104+ 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 8/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CLT — SAN
Aug 27 — Sep 31
Thu 8/27
Thu 9/3
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 July 28, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/39:48 am
RDU
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/179:58 am
SAN
-
RDU
Nonstop4h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$200
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/68:55 am
RDU
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/910:07 am
SAN
-
RDU
Nonstop5h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26$201
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/195:50 pm
RDU
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 8/2610:07 am
SAN
-
RDU
Nonstop5h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/23$202
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/238:55 am
RDU
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 29m
Breeze Airways
Tue 9/112:54 pm
SAN
-
RDU
Nonstop5h 14m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/23$203
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/55:19 pm
RDU
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 33m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 11/109:58 am
SAN
-
RDU
Nonstop4h 51m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/26$206
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/35:50 pm
RDU
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 9/1010:07 am
SAN
-
RDU
Nonstop5h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/27$207
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/278:55 am
RDU
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/2810:07 am
SAN
-
RDU
Nonstop5h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$210
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/45:50 pm
RDU
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/1012:37 pm
SAN
-
RDU
Nonstop4h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22$211
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/267:54 pm
RDU
-
SAN
1 stop6h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/112:54 pm
SAN
-
RDU
Nonstop5h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/238:55 am
RDU
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 29m
Breeze Airways
Sun 8/3012:09 pm
SAN
-
RDU
Nonstop5h 14m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/22$213
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/237:05 am
RDU
-
SAN
2 stops40h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/3012:09 pm
SAN
-
RDU
Nonstop5h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22$215
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 9/83:36 pm
RDU
-
SAN
1 stop7h 08m
American Airlines
Tue 9/1512:58 pm
SAN
-
RDU
1 stop6h 59m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/26$216

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 July 28, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$200
(Expedia)

One-way from

$104
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$334

Good round-trip deal

$217 or less

Good one-way deal

$145 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 July 28, 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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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 8/26

6:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop8h 30m

San Diego

Wed 9/9

7:10 am-6:50 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$217

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 8/14

11:30 am-7:55 pm

2 stops11h 25m

San Diego

Thu 8/20

2:05 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$238
Quickest round-trip

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 9/29

5:50 pm-8:09 pm

Nonstop5h 19m

San Diego

Thu 10/8

9:43 am-5:41 pm

Nonstop4h 58m

$240

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 10/3

5:05 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop7h 20m

San Diego

Sun 10/11

6:30 am-5:25 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$273

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 8/10

6:58 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop7h 37m

San Diego

Sat 8/22

6:15 am-5:38 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$287

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 8/14

3:35 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop8h 23m

San Diego

Mon 8/17

9:59 pm-10:53 am

1 stop9h 54m

$297

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 8/10

4:20 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops8h 35m

San Diego

Tue 8/18

10:40 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop11h 00m

$313

NorfolkSan Diego

ORF - SAN

ORFSAN

Norfolk

Thu 1/21

7:25 am-1:00 pm

1 stop8h 35m

San Diego

Mon 2/1

10:40 pm-9:04 am

1 stop7h 24m

$319

CharlotteSan Diego

CLT - SAN

CLTSAN

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 12/10

6:45 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop7h 30m

San Diego

Tue 12/15

6:45 am-6:05 pm

2 stops8h 20m

$328

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 8/6

8:55 am-11:24 am

Nonstop5h 29m

San Diego

Thu 8/13

12:09 pm-8:23 pm

Nonstop5h 14m

$333

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to San Diego (average of $350). Flying from North Carolina to San Diego in December is currently the most expensive (average of $466). 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 July 28, 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 10% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from North Carolina to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from North Carolina to San Diego. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 28, 2026.

The most flights from USNC to SAN are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from North Carolina to San Diego?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
North Carolina to San Diego flights typically cost between $435 and $555 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $324 on Frontier (Oct 27-Nov 16).

How far ahead should I book a flight from North Carolina to San Diego?

The price you pay for your flight from North Carolina to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 52 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 July 25, 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 10 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Airlines like Southwest, Alaska Airlines, and Delta fly from North Carolina to San Diego in about 5h 19m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 11m. 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 Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $72. Alaska Airlines flights start at $78 while deals on Breeze Airways start at $102 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 Raleigh-Durham - San Diego, Charlotte Douglas - San Diego and Asheville Regional - San Diego.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $543 for a flight from North Carolina to San Diego. The cheapest flight overall is $334 while the most popular route, (Raleigh-Durham - San Diego) is currently priced at $168.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to San Diego (average of $350). Flying from North Carolina to San Diego in December is currently the most expensive (average of $466). 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 8 airlines flying from North Carolina to San Diego

Discover the top 8 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 July 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$134Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$137Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$138Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$147Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$197Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$221Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$234Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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