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$238+ 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 11/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAF — SAN
Nov 28 — Dec 51
Fri 11/28
Fri 12/5
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 October 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$254
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$238
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$288
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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 October 29, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Tue 11/113:25 pmSAF - SAN
1 stop3h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/1510:09 amSAN - SAF
1 stop3h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/26$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sat 11/153:23 pmSAF - SAN
1 stop6h 44mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/196:45 amSAN - SAF
1 stop4h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Tue 11/113:23 pmSAF - SAN
1 stop6h 31mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/154:10 pmSAN - SAF
1 stop4h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$324
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/81:20 pmSAF - SAN
1 stop5h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/127:00 pmSAN - SAF
1 stop18h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$368
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 12/196:50 pmSAF - SAN
1 stop3h 50mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/212:58 pmSAN - SAF
1 stop4h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$415
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/1710:48 amSAF - SAN
1 stop7h 41mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/2011:20 amSAN - SAF
1 stop4h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$453
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/176:00 pmSAF - SAN
1 stop5h 29mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/214:10 pmSAN - SAF
1 stop16h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$463
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Wed 11/126:00 pmSAF - SAN
1 stop5h 49mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/161:10 pmSAN - SAF
2 stops22h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$487

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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

Fly to

San Diego

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Depart

Return

Price

Santa FeSan Diego

SAF - SAN

SAFSAN

Santa Fe

Tue 11/11

3:25 pm-6:24 pm

1 stop3h 59m

San Diego

Sat 11/15

10:09 am-2:52 pm

1 stop3h 43m

$254

Santa FeSan Diego

SAF - SAN

SAFSAN

Santa Fe

Wed 11/12

3:25 pm-6:24 pm

1 stop3h 59m

San Diego

Sun 11/16

10:09 am-2:52 pm

1 stop3h 43m

$254

Santa FeSan Diego

SAF - SAN

SAFSAN

Santa Fe

Sat 11/15

3:25 pm-6:24 pm

1 stop3h 59m

San Diego

Wed 11/19

10:09 am-2:52 pm

1 stop3h 43m

$259

Santa FeSan Diego

SAF - SAN

SAFSAN

Santa Fe

Sat 2/28

3:32 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop4h 47m

San Diego

Wed 3/4

1:16 pm-6:03 pm

1 stop3h 47m

$366

Santa FeSan Diego

SAF - SAN

SAFSAN

Santa Fe

Mon 12/8

1:20 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop5h 15m

San Diego

Fri 12/12

7:00 pm-2:39 pm

1 stop18h 39m

$368

Santa FeSan Diego

SAF - SAN

SAFSAN

Santa Fe

Sat 2/28

1:23 pm-5:39 pm

1 stop5h 16m

San Diego

Wed 3/4

4:00 pm-9:38 am

2 stops16h 38m

$407

Santa FeSan Diego

SAF - SAN

SAFSAN

Santa Fe

Sun 12/14

3:25 pm-6:32 pm

1 stop4h 07m

San Diego

Wed 12/17

10:07 am-2:55 pm

1 stop3h 48m

$426

Santa FeSan Diego

SAF - SAN

SAFSAN

Santa Fe

Fri 11/14

3:25 pm-6:24 pm

1 stop3h 59m

$238

Santa FeSan Diego

SAF - SAN

SAFSAN

Santa Fe

Mon 12/22

6:02 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$246

Santa FeSan Diego

SAF - SAN

SAFSAN

Santa Fe

Fri 11/14

3:25 pm-9:14 pm

2 stops30h 49m

$383

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Deals found on 10/28

Compare providers for flights from Santa Fe to San Diego

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Fe to San Diego in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Fe-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Santa Fe-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Fe-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Fe-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Santa Fe-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Fe to San Diego (average of $91). Flying from Santa Fe to San Diego in June is currently the most expensive (average of $292). 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 October 29, 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 59% versus a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Santa Fe to San Diego?

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 October 29, 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
8,999 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

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
8,999 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,999 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

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
11,032 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,999 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

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 3h 59m. Santa Fe and San Diego are separated by a distance of 665 mi.

  • 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 33% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Fe to San Diego one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Santa Fe to San Diego are American Airlines ($238), United Airlines ($246), and Alaska Airlines ($383).

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Fe to San Diego (average of $91). Flying from Santa Fe to San Diego in June is currently the most expensive (average of $292). 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 October 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$243Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$260Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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