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$107+ Cheap flights from Virginia 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 10/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — SAN
Oct 14 — Oct 211
Tue 10/14
Tue 10/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Virginia to San Diego

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Virginia to San Diego flight deals. Data was last updated September 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$204
(Southwest)

One-way from

$107
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$338

Good round-trip deal

$258 or less

Good one-way deal

$99 or less
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Cheapest flights from Virginia to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Virginia to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 14, 2025.

This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/219:43 amRDU - SAN
Nonstop5h 53mBreeze Airways
Tue 9/231:21 pmSAN - RDU
Nonstop4h 58mBreeze Airways
Deal found 9/12$198
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/117:00 amRDU - SAN
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Sat 11/157:40 pmSAN - RDU
2 stops9h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 9/12$204
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/2210:48 amRDU - SAN
1 stop10h 06mFrontier
Fri 9/266:35 amSAN - RDU
1 stop6h 53mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$205
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sun 10/2611:07 amRDU - SAN
1 stop10h 21mFrontier
Sun 11/27:24 pmSAN - RDU
2 stops18h 32mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$206
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
Sun 9/219:43 amRDU - SAN
Nonstop5h 53mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/256:35 amSAN - RDU
1 stop7h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$212
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
Tue 10/79:43 amRDU - SAN
Nonstop5h 53mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/96:41 amSAN - RDU
1 stop7h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$216
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/219:43 amRDU - SAN
Nonstop5h 53mBreeze Airways
Thu 9/251:21 pmSAN - RDU
Nonstop4h 58mBreeze Airways
Deal found 9/13$218
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/512:15 pmORF - SAN
1 stop12h 20mSouthwest
Wed 11/126:40 amSAN - ORF
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 9/12$219
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 10/2311:07 amRDU - SAN
1 stop10h 21mFrontier
Mon 11/36:41 amSAN - RDU
1 stop6h 55mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$220
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/115:59 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop7h 26mFrontier
Sat 10/187:00 amSAN - RDU
1 stop7h 04mFrontier
Deal found 9/12$221
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 9/265:23 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop9h 30mFrontier
Sun 9/285:37 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop13h 26mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$224
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/610:48 amRDU - SAN
1 stop10h 06mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/91:21 pmSAN - RDU
Nonstop4h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$226

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Virginia 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 September 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Virginia to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

Virginia

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 10/30

2:54 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop10h 20m

San Diego

Mon 11/3

6:41 am-4:36 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$220

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 9/21

9:43 am-12:36 pm

Nonstop5h 53m

San Diego

Thu 9/25

1:21 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop4h 58m

$228

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 9/25

9:43 am-12:36 pm

Nonstop5h 53m

San Diego

Tue 9/30

1:21 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop4h 58m

$228

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 11/1

1:45 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops9h 10m

San Diego

Mon 11/3

9:45 pm-7:50 am

1 stop7h 05m

$238

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 9/28

9:43 am-12:36 pm

Nonstop5h 53m

San Diego

Sun 9/28

5:37 pm-10:03 am

1 stop13h 26m

$240

Washington, D.C.San Diego

DCA - SAN

DCASAN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/15

6:00 am-2:20 pm

1 stop11h 20m

San Diego

Sat 10/18

7:35 am-7:35 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$246

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 10/7

9:43 am-12:36 pm

Nonstop5h 53m

San Diego

Tue 10/21

1:21 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop4h 58m

$248

NorfolkSan Diego

ORF - SAN

ORFSAN

Norfolk

Wed 10/1

6:00 am-10:20 am

1 stop7h 20m

San Diego

Sat 10/4

11:30 am-10:53 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$249

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 9/25

9:43 am-12:36 pm

Nonstop5h 53m

San Diego

Sun 9/28

5:37 pm-10:03 am

1 stop13h 26m

$251

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 11/6

4:45 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop9h 05m

San Diego

Mon 11/10

6:40 am-5:30 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$251

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Best time to book a flight from Virginia to San Diego

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Virginia 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 September 14, 2025.

When flying from Virginia to San Diego, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Related info for your journey

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

    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 Virginia.

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

    Airlines like Frontier, Breeze Airways, and Southwest fly from Virginia to San Diego in about 5h 53m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 27m. The distance from Virginia to San Diego is about 2187 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 Virginia to San Diego one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Southwest, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $107. However, be on the lookout for offers from Breeze Airways and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Virginia to San Diego for a low price.

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

    While some choose either Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - San Diego or Raleigh-Durham - San Diego, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San Diego is the most popular route from Virginia to San Diego.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Virginia to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Virginia 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 7 airlines flying from Virginia to San Diego

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Virginia 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 September 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$127Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$143Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$168Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$213Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$287Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$316Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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