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$34+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SAN
Aug 6 — Aug 131
Wed 8/6
Wed 8/13
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego flight deals. Data was last updated August 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$60
(Frontier)

One-way from

$34
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$151
From San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 1, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Thu 8/281:02 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 43mFrontier
Sat 8/309:06 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 50mFrontier
Deal found 7/29$60
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/46:00 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 41mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 9/810:18 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 41mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/30$69
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Wed 8/2010:44 amOAK - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/217:01 pmSAN - OAK
1 stop12h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$74
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/206:00 amSJC - SAN
1 stop11h 56mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/207:01 pmSAN - SJC
1 stop3h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$85
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Mon 8/1110:37 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/2010:18 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$89
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Mon 9/226:15 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 40mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/2210:38 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$92
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Wed 10/18:30 amSJC - SAN
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Sat 10/45:35 pmSAN - SJC
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 7/31$97
This iWofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 iWofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/177:10 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 42mAlaska Airlines
Fri 9/1910:18 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$106
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sat 9/66:40 amSJC - SAN
Nonstop1h 38mAlaska Airlines
Wed 9/108:59 pmSAN - SJC
Nonstop1h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/31$112
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Wed 9/176:37 amSJC - SAN
Nonstop1h 38mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/197:47 pmSAN - SJC
1 stop4h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$119
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/136:40 amSJC - SAN
Nonstop1h 38mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 9/206:59 pmSAN - SJC
Nonstop1h 30mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/30$120
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/66:00 amSTS - SAN
Nonstop1h 47mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/89:59 pmSAN - STS
Nonstop1h 51mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$123

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 August 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco Bay Area

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Thu 8/28

1:02 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

San Diego

Thu 9/4

11:28 am-1:22 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

$60

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Thu 9/4

6:00 am-7:41 am

Nonstop1h 41m

San Diego

Mon 9/8

10:18 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$69

OaklandSan Diego

OAK - SAN

OAKSAN

Oakland

Wed 8/20

10:44 am-12:17 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

San Diego

Thu 8/21

7:01 pm-7:18 am

1 stop12h 17m

$74

San JoseSan Diego

SJC - SAN

SJCSAN

San Jose

Wed 8/20

6:00 am-5:56 pm

1 stop11h 56m

San Diego

Wed 8/20

7:01 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop3h 29m

$85

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Mon 8/11

10:37 am-12:17 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

San Diego

Wed 8/20

10:18 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$89

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Mon 9/22

6:15 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 40m

San Diego

Mon 9/22

10:38 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$92

San JoseSan Diego

SJC - SAN

SJCSAN

San Jose

Wed 10/1

6:15 am-7:53 am

Nonstop1h 38m

San Diego

Wed 10/8

8:11 am-9:57 am

Nonstop1h 46m

$97

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Wed 9/17

7:10 am-8:52 am

Nonstop1h 42m

San Diego

Fri 9/19

10:18 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$106

San JoseSan Diego

SJC - SAN

SJCSAN

San Jose

Sat 9/6

2:10 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop6h 50m

San Diego

Mon 9/8

7:30 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$107

San JoseSan Diego

SJC - SAN

SJCSAN

San Jose

Sat 9/13

9:09 pm-10:39 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

San Diego

Sat 9/20

7:47 pm-12:24 am

1 stop4h 37m

$116

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego?

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 August 1, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 August 1, 2025.

The most flights from zzXIH to SAN are scheduled on a Thursday (86 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (41 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 August 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
2,611 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
8,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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 San Francisco Bay Area?

    San Diego (SAN), located 2.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego.

  • How popular is this San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego flight route?

    This flight path from San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego was viewed by 212 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $34. Users have also found prices from $39 and $46 on Frontier and Hawaiian Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego?

    Most travelers choose San Francisco - San Diego, San Jose - San Diego or Oakland - San Diego when deciding on the best route from San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego?

    Consider Copa Airlines (100%), Air China (94%) or Asiana Airlines (88%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego? While on average our users pay $938, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $38. The most popular route (San Francisco - San Diego), is priced around $60.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego?

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

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 August 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$26Average$92FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$29Average$100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$38Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$57Average$213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$59Average$219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$97Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$98Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$129Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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