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$49+ Cheap flights from Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) 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 8/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHX — SAN
Jul 30 — Aug 61
Wed 7/30
Wed 8/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl to San Diego are usually found in August or February, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Sky Harbor Intl to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) 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 July 25, 2025.

Round-trip from

$92
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$49
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$131

Good round-trip deal

$101 or less

Good one-way deal

$77 or less
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Cheapest flights from Sky Harbor Intl to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sky Harbor Intl to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 25, 2025.

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.
Thu 8/71:00 pmPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 13mFrontier
Mon 8/189:30 pmSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 30mFrontier
Deal found 7/22$90
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/206:00 amPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 17mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/208:33 amSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 26mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/22$92
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2111:28 amPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 18mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 8/258:59 pmSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 27mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/23$95
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/218:00 amPHX - SAN
1 stop4h 30mSouthwest
Tue 8/266:35 amSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 7/24$107
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/46:30 amPHX - SAN
Nonstop1h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/1912:50 pmSAN - PHX
Nonstop1h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22$143

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Diego that are best for you.

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Sky Harbor Intl

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San Diego

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Depart

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PhoenixSan Diego

PHX - SAN

PHXSAN

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 8/7

1:00 pm-2:13 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

San Diego

Mon 8/18

9:30 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$90

PhoenixSan Diego

PHX - SAN

PHXSAN

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 8/20

6:00 am-7:17 am

Nonstop1h 17m

San Diego

Wed 8/20

8:33 am-9:59 am

Nonstop1h 26m

$92

PhoenixSan Diego

PHX - SAN

PHXSAN

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 8/21

11:28 am-12:46 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

San Diego

Mon 8/25

8:59 pm-10:26 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

$95

PhoenixSan Diego

PHX - SAN

PHXSAN

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 8/21

8:00 am-12:30 pm

1 stop4h 30m

San Diego

Tue 8/26

6:35 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$107

PhoenixSan Diego

PHX - SAN

PHXSAN

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 8/4

6:30 am-7:46 am

Nonstop1h 16m

San Diego

Tue 8/19

12:50 pm-2:16 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

$143

PhoenixSan Diego

PHX - SAN

PHXSAN

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 8/26

6:00 am-7:17 am

Nonstop1h 17m

$49

PhoenixSan Diego

PHX - SAN

PHXSAN

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 8/10

3:46 pm-4:58 pm

Nonstop1h 12m

$52

PhoenixSan Diego

PHX - SAN

PHXSAN

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 10/22

2:55 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop3h 45m

$58

PhoenixSan Diego

PHX - SAN

PHXSAN

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 8/29

4:30 pm-5:47 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

$59

PhoenixSan Diego

PHX - SAN

PHXSAN

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 8/19

6:23 pm-7:38 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$79

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The best insider tips for Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Diego flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Diego trip
Airports
PHX

PHX security lines are efficient, with waits under 10 minutes. Check live wait times online to choose the shortest line.

Read more about PHXby Brandon Schultz
SAN

For a quick ride to downtown, use the Route 992 bus from SAN, running every 15 minutes on weekdays.

Read more about SANby Blane Bachelor
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

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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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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on PHX

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Best time to book a flight from Sky Harbor Intl to San Diego

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sky Harbor Intl to San Diego. Price data was last updated on July 18, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 80 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Diego?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Sky Harbor Intl 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 25, 2025.

When flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Diego, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 36% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sky Harbor Intl to San Diego. Price data was last updated on July 20, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Diego flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon 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.

Weekly flight availability from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from Sky Harbor Intl 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 25, 2025.

The most flights from PHX to SAN are scheduled on a Thursday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

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 July 25, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Diego, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

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
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,233 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,967 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,595 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

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
8,880 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

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

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Diego from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl?

    For a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl to San Diego, you will be flying into San Diego. San Diego (SAN) is just 2.6 mi from the center of the city. San Diego is the only San Diego airport and it handles 23 inbound flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl per day. 6 airlines have flights to San Diego from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Diego round-trip?

    Currently priced at $92, Alaska Airlines will fly you from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Diego and back. In addition to Alaska Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Hawaiian Airlines and Frontier - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $94 and $105, respectively. These flights start at 30% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Diego one-way?

    $49 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Alaska Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Southwest, with prices starting from $52 and $58, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Diego?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Diego on time: Frontier (83%), Southwest (72%), Japan Airlines (67%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Diego?

    While on average a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Diego is generally $1,410, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $42. When looking at the most popular route, (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - San Diego), you can expect to pay $77 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sky Harbor Intl to San Diego?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sky Harbor Intl to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sky Harbor Intl 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl 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 6 airlines flying from Sky Harbor Intl to San Diego

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Sky Harbor Intl 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 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$45Average$110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$47Average$110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$91Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$97Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$117Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$119Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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