San Diego

$85+ 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 6/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNA — SAN
Jun 4 — Jun 111
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Cheap flight deals from Tennessee to San Diego

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 May 5, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 6/37:54 pm
MEM
-
SAN
1 stop5h 56m
Frontier
Wed 6/106:25 am
SAN
-
MEM
1 stop10h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 5/4$210
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 6/87:54 pm
MEM
-
SAN
1 stop18h 39m
Frontier
Wed 6/176:25 am
SAN
-
MEM
1 stop10h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 5/3$211
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 5/277:54 pm
MEM
-
SAN
1 stop14h 48m
Frontier
Wed 6/39:37 am
SAN
-
MEM
1 stop7h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 5/4$213
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/19:53 pm
MEM
-
SAN
1 stop12h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/89:43 am
SAN
-
MEM
1 stop8h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$223
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/247:59 pm
MEM
-
SAN
1 stop5h 54m
Frontier
Fri 7/1010:04 am
SAN
-
MEM
1 stop7h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 4/30$230
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 6/18:32 pm
TYS
-
SAN
1 stop15h 10m
Frontier
Wed 6/106:25 am
SAN
-
TYS
1 stop10h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 5/3$232
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/58:32 pm
TYS
-
SAN
1 stop15h 10m
Frontier
Fri 6/126:25 am
SAN
-
TYS
1 stop10h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 5/2$241
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/19:53 pm
MEM
-
SAN
1 stop12h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/71:38 pm
SAN
-
MEM
2 stops29h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$245
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Fri 6/57:54 pm
MEM
-
SAN
1 stop5h 56m
Frontier
Mon 6/86:25 am
SAN
-
MEM
1 stop10h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 5/5$250
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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.
Tue 9/227:42 pm
BNA
-
SAN
1 stop6h 17m
Frontier
Wed 9/236:25 am
SAN
-
BNA
1 stop10h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 5/3$250
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/238:20 pm
BNA
-
SAN
1 stop14h 22m
Frontier
Sat 5/306:25 am
SAN
-
BNA
1 stop25h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 5/3$253
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 5/207:17 pm
BNA
-
SAN
1 stop6h 33m
Frontier
Sat 5/306:25 am
SAN
-
BNA
1 stop11h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 5/3$256

Find 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 May 5, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$210
(Expedia)

One-way from

$85
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$341

Good round-trip deal

$361 or less

Good one-way deal

$170 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Nashville Intl-San Diego flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Nashville Intl-San Diego flights.
From Tennessee to San Diego
One-way flight from Tennessee to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($39 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Tennessee to San Diego.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Tennessee to San Diego.

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

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

KnoxvilleSan Diego

TYS - SAN

TYSSAN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 5/27

5:33 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 26m

San Diego

Fri 5/29

12:36 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$337

MemphisSan Diego

MEM - SAN

MEMSAN

Memphis

Wed 8/5

2:35 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop8h 10m

San Diego

Tue 8/18

10:40 pm-9:00 am

1 stop8h 20m

$354

MemphisSan Diego

MEM - SAN

MEMSAN

Memphis

Thu 5/28

9:35 am-3:55 pm

2 stops8h 20m

San Diego

Thu 6/4

11:05 am-7:35 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$380
Quickest round-trip

NashvilleSan Diego

BNA - SAN

BNASAN

Nashville Intl

Tue 6/30

5:45 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops6h 55m

San Diego

Tue 7/7

4:25 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$389

ChattanoogaSan Diego

CHA - SAN

CHASAN

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Thu 7/30

1:10 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop6h 50m

San Diego

Thu 8/6

8:00 am-7:33 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$394

MemphisSan Diego

MEM - SAN

MEMSAN

Memphis

Mon 6/8

7:38 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop6h 02m

San Diego

Sun 6/21

3:00 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$395

KnoxvilleSan Diego

TYS - SAN

TYSSAN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 7/3

5:45 am-10:38 am

1 stop7h 53m

San Diego

Tue 7/7

10:25 pm-9:43 am

1 stop8h 18m

$397

KnoxvilleSan Diego

TYS - SAN

TYSSAN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 8/6

7:11 am-2:09 pm

1 stop9h 58m

San Diego

Sat 8/8

10:30 pm-9:36 am

1 stop8h 06m

$397

KnoxvilleSan Diego

TYS - SAN

TYSSAN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 8/8

6:00 am-9:26 am

1 stop6h 26m

San Diego

Fri 8/14

10:30 pm-10:10 am

1 stop8h 40m

$397

KnoxvilleSan Diego

TYS - SAN

TYSSAN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 7/10

1:59 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop8h 36m

San Diego

Tue 7/14

6:15 am-5:16 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$397

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Tennessee to San Diego?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Tennessee to San Diego, you should look to book at least 74 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tennessee to San Diego (average of $67). Flying from Tennessee to San Diego in November is currently the most expensive (average of $160). 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 May 5, 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.

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

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?

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

    Airlines like American Airlines, Southwest, and Delta fly from Tennessee to San Diego in about 6h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 36m. The distance from Tennessee to San Diego is about 1833 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 $55 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?

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

    On average you can expect to pay $353 for a flight from Tennessee to San Diego. The cheapest flight overall is $129 while the most popular route, (Nashville Intl - San Diego) is currently priced at $253.

  • 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tennessee to San Diego (average of $67). Flying from Tennessee to San Diego in November is currently the most expensive (average of $160). 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 8 airlines flying from Tennessee to San Diego

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$103Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$114Average$211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$214Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$218Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$222Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$290Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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