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$78+ 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 1/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — SAN
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Virginia to San Diego

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 December 15, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Wed 12/317:36 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop7h 23mFrontier
Mon 1/56:25 amSAN - RDU
1 stop9h 16mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$234
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/182:00 pmDCA - SAN
1 stop12h 59mFrontier
Tue 1/67:00 amSAN - DCA
1 stop11h 59mFrontier
Deal found 12/13$254
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Wed 12/312:00 pmDCA - SAN
1 stop12h 59mFrontier
Thu 1/86:36 amSAN - DCA
1 stop7h 23mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$282
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Wed 12/312:00 pmDCA - SAN
1 stop8h 15mFrontier
Tue 1/67:00 amSAN - DCA
1 stop11h 59mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$283
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:00 amRDU - SAN
1 stop7h 15mDelta
Wed 1/76:15 amSAN - RDU
1 stop6h 51mDelta
Deal found 12/14$292
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Thu 12/254:45 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop7h 11mDelta
Wed 12/3110:30 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop8h 45mDelta
Deal found 12/15$297
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:01 pmIAD - SAN
2 stops27h 14mFrontier
Thu 1/86:25 amSAN - IAD
1 stop11h 31mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$298
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Mon 12/158:00 amDCA - SAN
1 stop14h 15mFrontier
Thu 12/186:25 amSAN - DCA
1 stop12h 34mFrontier
Deal found 12/13$304
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/259:43 amRDU - SAN
Nonstop5h 53mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/811:47 amSAN - RDU
2 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$305
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/182:00 pmDCA - SAN
1 stop12h 59mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/61:14 pmSAN - DCA
Nonstop5h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$306
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:05 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop9h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/3110:25 amSAN - RDU
1 stop8h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$307
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/189:43 amRDU - SAN
Nonstop5h 53mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/73:29 pmSAN - RDU
2 stops20h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$310

Find 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 December 15, 2025.

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$217
(Frontier)

One-way from

$78
(WAYA)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$468

Good round-trip deal

$208 or less

Good one-way deal

$98 or less
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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 December 15, 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

RichmondSan Diego

RIC - SAN

RICSAN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 3/5

6:30 pm-12:08 am

1 stop8h 38m

San Diego

Mon 3/9

8:42 pm-7:58 am

1 stop8h 16m

$224

Washington, D.C.San Diego

IAD - SAN

IADSAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 1/16

5:26 pm-8:23 pm

Nonstop5h 57m

San Diego

Wed 1/21

9:10 am-5:04 pm

Nonstop4h 54m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Diego

IAD - SAN

IADSAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/14

12:55 pm-3:40 pm

Nonstop5h 45m

San Diego

Sun 1/18

8:10 am-4:04 pm

Nonstop4h 54m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Diego

DCA - SAN

DCASAN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/4

6:05 am-10:48 am

1 stop7h 43m

San Diego

Wed 3/4

10:05 pm-8:53 am

1 stop7h 48m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Diego

IAD - SAN

IADSAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/8

5:26 pm-8:23 pm

Nonstop5h 57m

San Diego

Sat 1/10

9:10 am-5:04 pm

Nonstop4h 54m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Diego

DCA - SAN

DCASAN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/11

8:59 am-11:56 am

Nonstop5h 57m

San Diego

Sat 1/17

12:53 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop5h 07m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Diego

DCA - SAN

DCASAN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/10

8:59 am-11:56 am

Nonstop5h 57m

San Diego

Mon 1/12

12:53 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop5h 07m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Diego

DCA - SAN

DCASAN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 1/27

8:59 am-11:56 am

Nonstop5h 57m

San Diego

Mon 2/2

12:53 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop5h 07m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Diego

DCA - SAN

DCASAN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/10

1:40 pm-7:39 pm

1 stop8h 59m

San Diego

Sat 1/17

10:00 pm-8:53 am

1 stop7h 53m

$258

Washington, D.C.San Diego

IAD - SAN

IADSAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/1

5:54 pm-8:46 pm

Nonstop5h 52m

San Diego

Tue 3/10

10:30 am-10:36 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$267

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Best time to book a flight from Virginia to San Diego

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from Virginia with our price prediction graph.
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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Virginia to San Diego (average of $127). Flying from Virginia to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 December 15, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 18% on flights from Virginia to San Diego by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Virginia to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Virginia to San Diego. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Virginia to San Diego flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon 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 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 Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Virginia to San Diego in about 5h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 58m. The distance from Virginia to San Diego is about 2248 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 Breeze Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $96. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and American 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Virginia to San Diego (average of $127). Flying from Virginia to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 December 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$127Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$143Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$198Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$211Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$283Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$313Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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