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$92+ 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 8/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNA — SAN
Jul 27 — Aug 31
Mon 7/27
Mon 8/3
1 adult, Economy
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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 June 27, 2026.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
Mon 8/245:07 pm
BNA
-
SAN
1 stop19h 23m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 8/286:12 pm
SAN
-
BNA
1 stop21h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/23$197
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/195:14 pm
BNA
-
SAN
1 stop19h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 9/258:06 pm
SAN
-
BNA
1 stop19h 25m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/22$207
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 9/247:00 am
TYS
-
SAN
1 stop29h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/308:32 pm
SAN
-
TYS
1 stop13h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/23$232
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 8/202:41 pm
BNA
-
SAN
1 stop7h 23m
Frontier
Sun 8/238:59 pm
SAN
-
BNA
1 stop14h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 6/24$233
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 8/202:39 pm
TYS
-
SAN
1 stop12h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/236:25 am
SAN
-
TYS
1 stop13h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/24$234
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 9/297:42 pm
BNA
-
SAN
1 stop6h 17m
Frontier
Sat 10/36:25 am
SAN
-
BNA
1 stop10h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 6/24$242
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
Sat 7/2512:17 pm
BNA
-
SAN
1 stop13h 34m
Frontier
Sat 8/16:25 am
SAN
-
BNA
1 stop27h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 6/23$243
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/257:42 pm
BNA
-
SAN
1 stop6h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/286:35 pm
SAN
-
BNA
1 stop9h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/22$247
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
Sat 8/1512:25 pm
BNA
-
SAN
1 stop22h 45m
Frontier
Sat 8/223:45 pm
SAN
-
BNA
1 stop18h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 6/24$252
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/112:17 pm
BNA
-
SAN
1 stop13h 34m
Frontier
Sat 8/88:51 pm
SAN
-
BNA
1 stop15h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 6/26$254
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1211:32 am
BNA
-
SAN
1 stop14h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/166:02 pm
SAN
-
BNA
1 stop21h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/23$258
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/112:55 pm
BNA
-
SAN
1 stop12h 56m
Frontier
Wed 9/306:25 am
SAN
-
BNA
1 stop10h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 6/26$259

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 June 27, 2026.

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$197
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$92
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$484

Good round-trip deal

$447 or less

Good one-way deal

$264 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 June 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Tennessee to San Diego that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

MemphisSan Diego

MEM - SAN

MEMSAN

Memphis

Wed 9/9

6:00 am-11:25 am

1 stop7h 25m

San Diego

Wed 9/16

9:46 am-5:56 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$311

MemphisSan Diego

MEM - SAN

MEMSAN

Memphis

Mon 9/28

4:16 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop8h 11m

San Diego

Wed 9/30

12:04 pm-7:51 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$324

MemphisSan Diego

MEM - SAN

MEMSAN

Memphis

Mon 9/28

4:55 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop7h 00m

San Diego

Wed 9/30

8:05 am-5:50 pm

2 stops7h 45m

$329

MemphisSan Diego

MEM - SAN

MEMSAN

Memphis

Thu 9/10

7:10 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop6h 32m

San Diego

Mon 9/14

2:00 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$337

NashvilleSan Diego

BNA - SAN

BNASAN

Nashville Intl

Sat 7/25

7:35 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop4h 10m

San Diego

Sat 8/1

10:40 pm-4:45 am

Nonstop4h 05m

$341

BlountvilleSan Diego

TRI - SAN

TRISAN

Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA

Wed 11/4

4:13 pm-8:18 pm

1 stop7h 05m

San Diego

Sat 11/7

12:01 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop8h 52m

$349

ChattanoogaSan Diego

CHA - SAN

CHASAN

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Fri 9/18

7:00 am-1:17 pm

1 stop9h 17m

San Diego

Wed 9/23

2:15 pm-12:10 am

1 stop6h 55m

$349

BlountvilleSan Diego

TRI - SAN

TRISAN

Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA

Mon 7/20

5:24 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop8h 13m

San Diego

Sat 8/1

10:28 pm-10:42 am

1 stop9h 14m

$349

ChattanoogaSan Diego

CHA - SAN

CHASAN

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sat 8/1

10:01 am-1:08 pm

1 stop6h 07m

San Diego

Sat 8/8

6:15 am-4:59 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$349

ChattanoogaSan Diego

CHA - SAN

CHASAN

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sat 8/8

7:25 am-2:10 pm

1 stop9h 45m

San Diego

Sat 8/22

2:00 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$349

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Best time to book a flight from Tennessee to San Diego

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from Tennessee with our price prediction graph.
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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, 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 April is currently the most expensive (average of $229). 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 June 27, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Tennessee to San Diego in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 25% 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?

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 53 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 day to fly from Tennessee to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Tennessee to San Diego. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Tennessee to San Diego flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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, 13 users have taken a look at flights from Tennessee to San Diego.

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

    Airlines like Delta, United Airlines, and Southwest fly from Tennessee to San Diego in about 7h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 11m. 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 $55 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $121 and United Airlines from $121 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 Knoxville McGhee Tyson - San Diego or Memphis - San Diego.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $417 for a flight from Tennessee to San Diego. The cheapest flight overall is $169 while the most popular route, (Nashville Intl - San Diego) is currently priced at $297.

  • 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 April is currently the most expensive (average of $229). 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 June 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$103Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$192Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$214Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$218Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$235Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$293Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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