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$91+ 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 7/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FSD — SAN
Jul 7 — Jul 141
Mon 7/7
Mon 7/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 July 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$151
(Priceline)

One-way from

$91
(Mytrip)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$398
From South Dakota to San Diego
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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 July 2, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/203:07 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop9h 01mFrontier
Wed 8/276:25 amSAN - FSD
1 stop5h 47mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$151
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Fri 7/189:39 pmFSD - SAN
2 stops14h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/297:00 pmSAN - FSD
1 stop15h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$201
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/15:59 pmRAP - SAN
1 stop5h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/207:00 amSAN - RAP
1 stop4h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/165:27 amFSD - SAN
1 stop9h 01mDelta
Wed 8/2712:09 pmSAN - FSD
1 stop8h 57mDelta
Deal found 7/2$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Wed 8/62:35 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop7h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/93:07 pmSAN - FSD
1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$300
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/276:25 amRAP - SAN
2 stops12h 52mDelta
Tue 9/3011:23 amSAN - RAP
2 stops10h 07mDelta
Deal found 7/1$315
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/105:00 pmRAP - SAN
1 stop6h 36mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/1410:42 pmSAN - RAP
1 stop10h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$351
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Fri 10/1012:34 pmFSD - SAN
2 stops12h 28mAlaska Airlines
Fri 10/316:15 amSAN - FSD
2 stops14h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/2$469

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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Dakota 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 July 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Dakota to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

South Dakota

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 8/20

3:07 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop9h 01m

San Diego

Wed 8/27

6:25 am-2:12 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$151

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 7/18

9:39 pm-9:55 am

2 stops14h 16m

San Diego

Tue 7/29

7:00 pm-12:52 pm

1 stop15h 52m

$201

Rapid CitySan Diego

RAP - SAN

RAPSAN

Rapid City

Fri 8/1

5:59 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop5h 15m

San Diego

Sat 9/20

7:00 am-12:38 pm

1 stop4h 38m

$259

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sat 8/16

5:27 am-12:28 pm

1 stop9h 01m

San Diego

Wed 8/27

12:09 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop8h 57m

$269

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 8/6

2:35 pm-7:38 pm

1 stop7h 03m

San Diego

Sat 8/9

3:07 pm-12:28 am

1 stop7h 21m

$300

Rapid CitySan Diego

RAP - SAN

RAPSAN

Rapid City

Wed 8/27

6:25 am-6:17 pm

2 stops12h 52m

San Diego

Tue 9/30

11:23 am-10:30 pm

2 stops10h 07m

$315

Rapid CitySan Diego

RAP - SAN

RAPSAN

Rapid City

Wed 9/10

5:00 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop6h 36m

San Diego

Sun 9/14

10:42 pm-10:35 am

1 stop10h 53m

$351

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 10/10

12:34 pm-11:02 pm

2 stops12h 28m

San Diego

Fri 10/31

6:15 am-10:42 pm

2 stops14h 27m

$469

Rapid CitySan Diego

RAP - SAN

RAPSAN

Rapid City

Sun 7/20

9:49 pm-9:55 am

1 stop13h 06m

$91

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 7/11

7:32 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$108

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Dakota to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from South Dakota 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 SD to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from South Dakota 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 July 2, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Dakota to San Diego as you normally would.

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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 July 2, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Dakota to San Diego, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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
7,975 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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
8,861 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,286 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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

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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Dakota to San Diego one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $108 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $194 and United Airlines from $219 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from South Dakota to San Diego are Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field - San Diego, Rapid City - San Diego and Pierre - 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Dakota to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from South Dakota 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 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 July 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$128Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$164Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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