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$52+ Cheap flights from Tennessee 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 2/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNA — SAN
Feb 6 — Feb 131
Fri 2/6
Fri 2/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Tennessee to San Diego

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Tennessee to San Diego flight deals. Data was last updated January 7, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$120
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$52
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$376

Good round-trip deal

$450 or less

Good one-way deal

$219 or less
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Cheapest flights from Tennessee to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tennessee to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 7, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Thu 2/56:50 pmMEM - SAN
2 stops31h 18mFrontier
Thu 2/126:25 amSAN - MEM
1 stop10h 59mFrontier
Deal found 1/6$173
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 1/233:12 pmMEM - SAN
1 stop10h 56mFrontier
Mon 1/266:30 amSAN - MEM
1 stop5h 47mFrontier
Deal found 1/7$177
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 2/24:30 pmTYS - SAN
1 stop10h 38mFrontier
Fri 2/66:30 amSAN - TYS
1 stop6h 00mFrontier
Deal found 1/6$177
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 2/93:12 pmMEM - SAN
1 stop10h 56mFrontier
Thu 2/126:25 amSAN - MEM
1 stop10h 59mFrontier
Deal found 1/5$180
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Mon 2/169:22 pmMEM - SAN
2 stops25h 02mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/208:35 amSAN - MEM
1 stop8h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Wed 2/2511:15 amMEM - SAN
2 stops32h 36mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/19:09 amSAN - MEM
1 stop8h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$187
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Thu 2/268:09 pmMEM - SAN
1 stop29h 59mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/28:20 pmSAN - MEM
2 stops12h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$203
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Thu 3/58:09 pmMEM - SAN
1 stop13h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/89:07 pmSAN - MEM
1 stop21h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$209
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 2/208:06 pmMEM - SAN
1 stop6h 02mFrontier
Fri 2/278:35 amSAN - MEM
1 stop8h 36mFrontier
Deal found 1/7$210
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Mon 2/23:12 pmMEM - SAN
1 stop10h 56mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/37:00 amSAN - MEM
2 stops25h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$213
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Thu 2/268:09 pmMEM - SAN
1 stop5h 59mFrontier
Sun 3/16:25 amSAN - MEM
1 stop10h 59mFrontier
Deal found 1/6$215
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Mon 3/164:20 pmTYS - SAN
1 stop10h 49mFrontier
Mon 3/236:25 amSAN - TYS
1 stop6h 00mFrontier
Deal found 1/6$220

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Tennessee 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 January 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Tennessee to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

Tennessee

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MemphisSan Diego

MEM - SAN

MEMSAN

Memphis

Mon 2/16

9:22 pm-8:24 pm

2 stops25h 02m

San Diego

Fri 2/20

8:35 am-7:11 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$181

KnoxvilleSan Diego

TYS - SAN

TYSSAN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 3/16

4:20 pm-12:09 am

1 stop10h 49m

San Diego

Mon 3/23

6:25 am-3:25 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$220

MemphisSan Diego

MEM - SAN

MEMSAN

Memphis

Wed 2/4

4:15 pm-8:42 pm

1 stop6h 27m

San Diego

Tue 2/10

1:51 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$229

MemphisSan Diego

MEM - SAN

MEMSAN

Memphis

Wed 2/4

10:35 am-4:45 pm

1 stop8h 10m

San Diego

Tue 2/10

8:20 am-5:10 pm

2 stops6h 50m

$236

KnoxvilleSan Diego

TYS - SAN

TYSSAN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 2/2

4:30 pm-12:08 am

1 stop10h 38m

San Diego

Fri 2/6

10:21 am-5:09 pm

2 stops27h 48m

$250

MemphisSan Diego

MEM - SAN

MEMSAN

Memphis

Sat 1/24

11:44 am-1:57 pm

2 stops52h 13m

San Diego

Sun 2/1

6:30 am-2:17 pm

1 stop29h 47m

$254

MemphisSan Diego

MEM - SAN

MEMSAN

Memphis

Tue 2/3

7:20 am-11:50 am

1 stop6h 30m

San Diego

Tue 2/17

6:25 am-2:45 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$255

NashvilleSan Diego

BNA - SAN

BNASAN

Nashville Intl

Thu 2/5

7:00 am-1:58 pm

1 stop8h 58m

San Diego

Wed 2/11

6:35 am-3:59 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$264

KnoxvilleSan Diego

TYS - SAN

TYSSAN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 3/1

8:30 am-12:47 pm

1 stop7h 17m

San Diego

Tue 3/3

7:11 am-7:03 pm

2 stops32h 52m

$264

NashvilleSan Diego

BNA - SAN

BNASAN

Nashville Intl

Sun 3/29

8:03 pm-4:13 pm

1 stop22h 10m

San Diego

Fri 4/3

7:21 pm-4:54 am

1 stop7h 33m

$268

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Best time to book a flight from Tennessee to San Diego

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Tennessee to San Diego

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tennessee to San Diego (average of $77). Flying from Tennessee to San Diego in December is currently the most expensive (average of $209). 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 TN to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Tennessee 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 January 7, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Tennessee to San Diego in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 23% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Tennessee 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 Tennessee?

    Most people fly into San Diego (SAN) if they book a flight to San Diego from Tennessee. San Diego is conveniently located just 2.6 mi from San Diego’s city center.

  • How popular is this Tennessee to San Diego flight route?

    Within the past month, 11 users have taken a look at flights from Tennessee to San Diego.

  • How long is the flight from Tennessee to San Diego?

    Airlines like Frontier, United Airlines, and Southwest fly from Tennessee to San Diego in about 6h 27m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 22m. The distance from Tennessee to San Diego is about 1563 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 to fly from Tennessee to San Diego one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $59 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $67 and Southwest from $84 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from Tennessee to San Diego is Nashville Intl - San Diego. You may also consider Memphis - San Diego or Knoxville McGhee Tyson - San Diego.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Tennessee to San Diego?

    On average you can expect to pay $427 for a flight from Tennessee to San Diego. The cheapest flight overall is $171 while the most popular route, (Nashville Intl - San Diego) is currently priced at $146.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Tennessee 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 Tennessee to San Diego?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tennessee to San Diego (average of $77). Flying from Tennessee to San Diego in December is currently the most expensive (average of $209). 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 7 airlines flying from Tennessee to San Diego

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Tennessee 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 January 7, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$114Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$128Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$221Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$241Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$299Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$366Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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