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$211+ Cheap flights from Santa Fe to San Diego (SAF - 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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAF — SAN
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Fe to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Fe (SAF) 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$244
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$211
(American Airlines)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

December

Average price

$286
From Santa Fe to San Diego
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Cheapest flights from Santa Fe to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Fe to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/43:25 pmSAF - SAN
1 stop4h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/1110:02 amSAN - SAF
1 stop3h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$244
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/410:45 amSAF - SAN
2 stops11h 04mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/116:53 amSAN - SAF
1 stop4h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$320
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/73:25 pmSAF - SAN
1 stop3h 59mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/1010:09 amSAN - SAF
1 stop6h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$325
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sun 11/163:25 pmSAF - SAN
1 stop4h 00mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/2110:09 amSAN - SAF
1 stop3h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$426
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 11/167:00 amSAF - SAN
1 stop7h 04mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/215:55 pmSAN - SAF
2 stops14h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$463
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/76:00 pmSAF - SAN
1 stop22h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/106:15 amSAN - SAF
2 stops14h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$560
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/255:59 pmSAF - SAN
1 stop5h 16mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/294:05 pmSAN - SAF
1 stop24h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$610
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/225:59 pmSAF - SAN
1 stop5h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/231:58 pmSAN - SAF
2 stops21h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$691

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Fe 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Fe to San Diego that are best for you.

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Santa Fe

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San Diego

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Depart

Return

Price

Santa FeSan Diego

SAF - SAN

SAFSAN

Santa Fe

Sat 10/4

3:25 pm-7:24 pm

1 stop4h 59m

San Diego

Sat 10/11

10:02 am-2:56 pm

1 stop3h 54m

$244

Santa FeSan Diego

SAF - SAN

SAFSAN

Santa Fe

Sat 2/28

6:01 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop5h 27m

San Diego

Tue 3/3

4:10 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop4h 44m

$314

Santa FeSan Diego

SAF - SAN

SAFSAN

Santa Fe

Sat 10/4

10:45 am-8:49 pm

2 stops11h 04m

San Diego

Sat 10/11

6:53 am-12:41 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$320

Santa FeSan Diego

SAF - SAN

SAFSAN

Santa Fe

Fri 11/7

3:25 pm-6:24 pm

1 stop3h 59m

San Diego

Mon 11/10

10:09 am-5:58 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$325

Santa FeSan Diego

SAF - SAN

SAFSAN

Santa Fe

Sun 11/16

3:25 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop4h 00m

San Diego

Fri 11/21

10:09 am-2:52 pm

1 stop3h 43m

$426

Santa FeSan Diego

SAF - SAN

SAFSAN

Santa Fe

Sun 11/16

7:00 am-1:04 pm

1 stop7h 04m

San Diego

Fri 11/21

5:55 pm-9:25 am

2 stops14h 30m

$463

Santa FeSan Diego

SAF - SAN

SAFSAN

Santa Fe

Fri 11/7

6:00 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop22h 00m

San Diego

Mon 11/10

6:15 am-9:59 pm

2 stops14h 44m

$560

Santa FeSan Diego

SAF - SAN

SAFSAN

Santa Fe

Mon 11/3

3:25 pm-6:24 pm

1 stop3h 59m

$211

Santa FeSan Diego

SAF - SAN

SAFSAN

Santa Fe

Fri 10/31

3:30 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$211

Santa FeSan Diego

SAF - SAN

SAFSAN

Santa Fe

Fri 10/31

6:00 pm-9:53 pm

2 stops28h 53m

$270

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Fe to San Diego

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from Santa Fe with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Fe to San Diego

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Fe to San Diego?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Fe 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 September 11, 2025.

When flying from Santa Fe 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 60% versus a flight at noon.

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 September 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Santa Fe to San Diego, such as United Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Fe to San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Fe to San Diego?

    Departing from Santa Fe to San Diego will take you 4h 59m. Santa Fe and San Diego are separated by a distance of 665 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Fe to San Diego round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $243, was found to be the cheapest airline from Santa Fe to San Diego. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be United Airlines. You may be able to fly from Santa Fe to San Diego for 38% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe to San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Fe to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Santa Fe 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 2 airlines flying from Santa Fe to San Diego

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Santa Fe 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$243Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$260Average$523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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