What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Orange County to San Diego?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Orange County 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.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Orange County to San Diego?

Users have found that booking a flight from Orange County to San Diego at least 11 days early can save you up to 144% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 11 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Orange County to San Diego for as little as $106 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $259 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Orange County to San Diego?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in February. For low rates, January can be a great choice for travel to San Diego. Flights to San Diego from Orange County in January are about $214 on average during January, but can be found for as low as $64.

What airport do you fly into for flights to San Diego from Orange County?

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

Can I find deals for flights from Orange County to San Diego that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from Orange County to San Diego?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from Orange County to San Diego?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Orange County 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.

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Tue 5/274:27 pmSNA - SAN

1 stop14h 46mSpirit Airlines

Tue 6/38:48 pmSAN - SNA

1 stop14h 04mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 4/29

$89

Fri 5/165:54 pmSNA - SAN

1 stop5h 44mAlaska Airlines

Mon 5/1910:15 pmSAN - SNA

1 stop12h 20mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 4/29

$322

Fri 5/26:45 amSNA - SAN

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Sun 5/412:48 pmSAN - SNA

3 stops32h 41mMultiple Airlines

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$738

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Tue 5/274:27 pmSNA - SAN

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Tue 6/38:48 pmSAN - SNA

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Deal found 4/29

$89

Fri 5/165:54 pmSNA - SAN

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1 stop12h 20mAlaska Airlines

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$322

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Fri 5/26:45 amSNA - SAN

2 stops32h 34mMultiple Airlines

Sun 5/412:48 pmSAN - SNA

3 stops32h 41mMultiple Airlines

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$738

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$322

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$89

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Mon 6/166:45 amSNA - SAN

1 stop11h 31mMultiple Airlines

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$71

Tue 5/1312:36 pmSNA - SAN

1 stop19h 39mAlaska Airlines

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Wed 6/116:50 amSNA - SAN

2 stops13h 26mUnited Airlines

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8:48 pm-10:52 am

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Rainfall in San Diego by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,961 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,961 reviews

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8.0

Very good

9,961 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,696 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,961 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Spirit Airlines

6.3

Okay

7,956 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,961 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly into for flights to San Diego from Orange County?
San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Orange County to San Diego. It is only a 2.6 mi journey from San Diego (SAN) to San Diego’s city center.
Can I find deals for flights from Orange County to San Diego that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Orange County to San Diego flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Orange County to San Diego?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Orange County to San Diego.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Orange County to San Diego?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Orange County 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 Orange County to San Diego?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Orange County 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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