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$136+ Cheap flights from Orlando (MCO) to San Diego (SAN)

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MCO — SAN
Jun 18 — Jun 251
Wed 6/18
Wed 6/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Orlando to San Diego are usually found in August or September, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Orlando to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Orlando (MCO) 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 June 13, 2025.

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$257
(Hawaiian Airlines)

One-way from

$136
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Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$398

Good round-trip deal

$319 or less

Good one-way deal

$165 or less
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This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/216:16 pmMCO - SAN
Nonstop5h 13mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 8/249:00 amSAN - MCO
Nonstop5h 16mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/11$257
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/57:00 amMCO - SAN
2 stops19h 06mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/115:13 pmSAN - MCO
1 stop12h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$258
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/2610:58 amMCO - SAN
3 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/305:50 pmSAN - MCO
2 stops17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$261
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Sun 8/173:47 pmMCO - SAN
1 stop7h 14mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/196:15 amSAN - MCO
1 stop6h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/13$266
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/226:16 pmMCO - SAN
Nonstop5h 13mAlaska Airlines
Tue 8/265:30 pmSAN - MCO
1 stop11h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$267
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 7/167:25 amMCO - SAN
1 stop7h 57mDelta
Fri 7/187:10 pmSAN - MCO
1 stop7h 28mDelta
Deal found 6/13$275
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/37:25 pmMCO - SAN
1 stop25h 45mFrontier
Tue 8/127:04 pmSAN - MCO
1 stop25h 36mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$276
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Fri 6/275:50 pmMCO - SAN
1 stop6h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/291:23 pmSAN - MCO
1 stop7h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/13$281
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/299:15 amMCO - SAN
1 stop12h 42mJetBlue
Fri 10/38:40 pmSAN - MCO
1 stop9h 42mJetBlue
Deal found 6/11$285
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/510:45 amMCO - SAN
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Mon 8/1111:45 amSAN - MCO
Nonstop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$296

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

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Orlando

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OrlandoSan Diego

MCO - SAN

MCOSAN

Orlando

Thu 8/21

6:16 pm-8:29 pm

Nonstop5h 13m

San Diego

Sun 8/24

9:00 am-5:16 pm

Nonstop5h 16m

$257

OrlandoSan Diego

MCO - SAN

MCOSAN

Orlando

Tue 8/5

7:00 am-11:06 pm

2 stops19h 06m

San Diego

Mon 8/11

5:13 pm-8:21 am

1 stop12h 08m

$258

OrlandoSan Diego

MCO - SAN

MCOSAN

Orlando

Thu 6/26

10:58 am-7:13 am

3 stops23h 15m

San Diego

Mon 6/30

5:50 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops17h 40m

$261

OrlandoSan Diego

MCO - SAN

MCOSAN

Orlando

Sun 8/17

3:47 pm-8:01 pm

1 stop7h 14m

San Diego

Tue 8/19

6:15 am-3:56 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$266

OrlandoSan Diego

MCO - SAN

MCOSAN

Orlando

Fri 8/22

6:16 pm-8:29 pm

Nonstop5h 13m

San Diego

Tue 8/26

1:49 pm-7:44 am

1 stop14h 55m

$267

OrlandoSan Diego

MCO - SAN

MCOSAN

Orlando

Wed 7/16

8:50 am-1:53 pm

1 stop8h 03m

San Diego

Tue 7/22

7:10 pm-5:38 am

1 stop7h 28m

$275

OrlandoSan Diego

MCO - SAN

MCOSAN

Orlando

Sun 8/3

7:25 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop25h 45m

San Diego

Tue 8/12

7:04 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop25h 36m

$276

OrlandoSan Diego

MCO - SAN

MCOSAN

Orlando

Fri 6/27

5:50 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop6h 58m

San Diego

Sun 6/29

1:23 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$281

OrlandoSan Diego

MCO - SAN

MCOSAN

Orlando

Sat 7/12

5:25 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop8h 10m

San Diego

Sun 7/13

2:55 pm-10:55 pm

Nonstop5h 00m

$287

OrlandoSan Diego

MCO - SAN

MCOSAN

Orlando

Sat 7/12

9:28 pm-9:55 am

1 stop15h 27m

$136

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The best insider tips for Orlando Airport to San Diego flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Orlando Airport to San Diego trip
Airports
MCO

Use MCO Reserve to pre-book a security line time slot, ensuring a smoother departure experience without long waits.

Read more about MCOby Paul Rubio
SAN

Consider using the free San Diego Flyer shuttle for a convenient and cost-effective transfer to downtown from SAN.

Read more about SANby Blane Bachelor
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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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Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

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Best time to book a flight from Orlando to San Diego

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Orlando Airport to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Orlando to San Diego. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 49 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Orlando Airport to San Diego. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Orlando Airport to San Diego?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orlando Airport to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Orlando Airport 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 MCO to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Orlando 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 June 13, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 42% on flights from Orlando Airport to San Diego by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Orlando Airport to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Orlando to San Diego. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Orlando Airport to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from Orlando 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 June 13, 2025.

The most flights from MCO to SAN are scheduled on a Friday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals 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.

Temperature in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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

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 June 13, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Orlando to San Diego, see what other customers have to say about Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
179 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
179 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
179 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
179 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
179 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
179 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,496 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
179 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Orlando 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 Orlando?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Orlando to San Diego. You should not have trouble finding flights to San Diego from Orlando; the airport handles an average of 10 inbound flights from Orlando per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 8 airlines have flights to the San Diego airport from Orlando. It is only a 2.6 mi journey from San Diego (SAN) to San Diego’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Orlando Airport to San Diego round-trip?

    Currently priced at $257, Hawaiian Airlines will fly you from Orlando Airport to San Diego and back. In addition to Hawaiian Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Spirit Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $258 and $266, respectively. Hawaiian Airlines is currently priced 29% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Orlando Airport to San Diego one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $136 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $138 and Hawaiian Airlines from $139 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Orlando Airport to San Diego?

    Before booking your flight to San Diego from Orlando Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Southwest (87%), Hawaiian Airlines (85%), American Airlines( 83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Orlando Airport to San Diego?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,319 for a flight from Orlando Airport to San Diego. The cheapest flight overall is $138 while the most popular route, (Orlando - San Diego) is currently priced at $155.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Orlando 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 Orlando Airport to San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orlando Airport to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Orlando Airport 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 8 airlines flying from Orlando to San Diego

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Orlando 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 June 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$119Average$202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$130Average$187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$183Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$226Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$233Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$299Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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