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$101+ Cheap flights from South Dakota 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 6/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FSD — SAN
May 23 — May 301
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Cheap flight deals from South Dakota to San Diego

Cheapest flights from South Dakota to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Dakota to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 23, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/114:07 pm
FSD
-
SAN
1 stop9h 43m
Frontier
Fri 5/156:25 am
SAN
-
FSD
1 stop6h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 4/22$185
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 5/67:18 pm
FSD
-
SAN
1 stop15h 24m
Frontier
Fri 5/86:25 am
SAN
-
FSD
1 stop6h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 4/19$200
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 5/207:18 pm
FSD
-
SAN
1 stop6h 32m
Frontier
Sun 5/249:37 am
SAN
-
FSD
1 stop28h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 4/21$210
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/18:14 pm
FSD
-
SAN
1 stop5h 39m
Frontier
Wed 7/86:25 am
SAN
-
FSD
1 stop10h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 4/22$224
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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.
Mon 5/48:06 pm
FSD
-
SAN
1 stop5h 53m
Frontier
Fri 5/86:25 am
SAN
-
FSD
1 stop6h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 4/18$226
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Wed 6/108:14 pm
FSD
-
SAN
1 stop5h 39m
Frontier
Fri 6/1210:04 am
SAN
-
FSD
1 stop7h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$230
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Mon 5/48:06 pm
FSD
-
SAN
1 stop5h 53m
Frontier
Thu 5/79:37 am
SAN
-
FSD
1 stop27h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$237
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Sun 5/175:57 pm
RAP
-
SAN
2 stops19h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/241:38 pm
SAN
-
RAP
1 stop18h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19$261
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Mon 5/114:07 pm
FSD
-
SAN
1 stop9h 43m
Frontier
Mon 5/186:25 am
SAN
-
FSD
1 stop6h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Sat 5/233:04 pm
RAP
-
SAN
1 stop22h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/264:17 pm
SAN
-
RAP
1 stop21h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$266
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Mon 6/228:14 pm
FSD
-
SAN
1 stop5h 39m
Frontier
Mon 6/296:25 am
SAN
-
FSD
1 stop10h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$270
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Fri 5/84:07 pm
FSD
-
SAN
1 stop9h 43m
Frontier
Fri 5/156:25 am
SAN
-
FSD
1 stop6h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$271

Find flight deals from South Dakota to San Diego

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Dakota to San Diego flight deals. Data was last updated April 23, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$185
(Frontier)

One-way from

$101
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$500
Provider with most accurate pricing for Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field-San Diego flight deals.
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From South Dakota to San Diego
One-way flight from South Dakota to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($76 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Dakota to San Diego that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

Rapid CitySan Diego

RAP - SAN

RAPSAN

Rapid City

Sun 5/17

5:57 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop28h 07m

San Diego

Sun 5/24

1:38 pm-9:14 am

1 stop18h 36m

$330

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 8/21

1:20 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop9h 01m

San Diego

Mon 8/24

8:50 am-7:06 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$349

PierreSan Diego

PIR - SAN

PIRSAN

Pierre

Wed 8/12

6:22 am-2:54 pm

2 stops10h 32m

San Diego

Mon 8/17

6:30 am-4:21 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$369

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Thu 5/7

5:20 am-11:16 am

1 stop7h 56m

San Diego

Sun 5/10

3:30 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop5h 41m

$374

Rapid CitySan Diego

RAP - SAN

RAPSAN

Rapid City

Sat 5/16

6:50 am-3:56 pm

2 stops10h 06m

San Diego

Sat 5/23

3:30 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop5h 54m

$395

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Thu 9/24

1:20 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop9h 01m

San Diego

Sun 9/27

8:50 am-7:06 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$396

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sun 5/10

5:28 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop6h 32m

San Diego

Sat 5/16

2:04 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop6h 02m

$404

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sat 7/18

5:00 am-11:21 am

1 stop8h 21m

San Diego

Fri 7/31

12:33 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$410

Rapid CitySan Diego

RAP - SAN

RAPSAN

Rapid City

Tue 9/1

4:00 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop8h 19m

San Diego

Tue 9/8

7:30 pm-9:58 am

2 stops13h 28m

$418

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 10/16

6:00 am-9:05 am

1 stop5h 05m

San Diego

Tue 10/20

7:00 am-4:23 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$420

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Best time to book a flight from South Dakota to San Diego

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Dakota to San Diego

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Dakota to San Diego?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Dakota to San Diego (average of $164). Flying from South Dakota to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $314). 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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Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Dakota to San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Diego from South Dakota?

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego (SAN) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Diego from South Dakota.

  • How long is the flight from South Dakota to San Diego?

    Airlines like Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines fly from South Dakota to San Diego in about 6h 32m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h. South Dakota and San Diego are separated by a distance of 1334 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Dakota to San Diego?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Dakota to San Diego?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Dakota to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Dakota 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 South Dakota to San Diego?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Dakota to San Diego (average of $164). Flying from South Dakota to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $314). 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 4 airlines flying from South Dakota to San Diego

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from South Dakota 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 April 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$178Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$268Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$278Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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