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$24+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego (SAN)

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SFO — SAN
May 6 — May 131
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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 May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$58
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$24
(Priceline)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$158
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-San Diego flight deals.
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From San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego
One-way flight from San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($25 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($3 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025

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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 May 1, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/245:51 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 41mAlaska Airlines
Mon 7/286:15 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29$58
This Agoda.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Agoda.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/106:00 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 39mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/265:53 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$61
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/711:51 amOAK - SAN
1 stop8h 02mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/88:08 amSAN - OAK
Nonstop1h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$62
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/136:40 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 5/146:15 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 47mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/30$67
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/241:37 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Fri 5/305:22 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 47mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$68
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/173:23 pmSJC - SAN
Nonstop1h 22mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/241:06 pmSAN - SJC
Nonstop1h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$73
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/87:15 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/106:15 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$77
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2810:21 amSJC - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/46:15 amSAN - SJC
1 stop9h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$82
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/43:30 pmSJC - SAN
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Wed 6/254:30 pmSAN - SJC
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$97
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/296:15 amSJC - SAN
Nonstop1h 30mAlaska Airlines
Wed 6/118:25 amSAN - SJC
Nonstop1h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/30$107
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/226:35 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Sun 5/2510:05 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$111
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/276:25 amOAK - SAN
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Tue 5/275:35 pmSAN - OAK
1 stop5h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$151

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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 May 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 7/24

5:51 pm-7:32 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

San Diego

Mon 7/28

6:15 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$58

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Tue 6/10

6:00 am-7:39 am

Nonstop1h 39m

San Diego

Thu 6/26

5:53 pm-7:36 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

$61

OaklandSan Diego

OAK - SAN

OAKSAN

Oakland

Sat 5/31

5:45 am-6:03 pm

1 stop12h 18m

San Diego

Mon 6/2

8:08 am-9:41 am

Nonstop1h 33m

$62

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Tue 5/13

6:40 am-8:15 am

Nonstop1h 35m

San Diego

Wed 5/14

6:15 am-8:02 am

Nonstop1h 47m

$67

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Sat 5/24

1:37 pm-3:17 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

San Diego

Fri 5/30

5:22 pm-7:09 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

$68

San JoseSan Diego

SJC - SAN

SJCSAN

San Jose

Sat 5/17

3:23 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

San Diego

Sat 5/24

1:06 pm-2:28 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

$73

San JoseSan Diego

SJC - SAN

SJCSAN

San Jose

Wed 5/28

10:21 am-11:54 am

Nonstop1h 33m

San Diego

Wed 6/4

6:15 am-3:33 pm

1 stop9h 18m

$82

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Wed 5/14

10:40 pm-12:23 am

Nonstop1h 43m

San Diego

Sat 5/17

7:40 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$91

San JoseSan Diego

SJC - SAN

SJCSAN

San Jose

Wed 6/4

3:30 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

San Diego

Wed 6/25

4:30 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$97

San JoseSan Diego

SJC - SAN

SJCSAN

San Jose

Thu 5/29

6:15 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 30m

San Diego

Wed 6/11

8:25 am-10:03 am

Nonstop1h 38m

$107

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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 May 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 May 1, 2025.

The most flights from zzXIH to SAN are scheduled on a Thursday (87 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (49 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 May 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from San Francisco Bay Area to San Diego to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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?

  • 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 $24. Users have also found prices from $29 and $33 on Hawaiian Airlines and Frontier, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes 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 (95%), Air China (94%) or Emirates (90%) 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 $244, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $28. The most popular route (Oakland - San Diego), is priced around $52.

  • 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.

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    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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$19Average$99FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$28Average$195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$29Average$98FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$57Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$72Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$97Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$157Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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