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$56+ 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 7/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — SAN
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$228
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$56
(FlightHub)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$456

Good round-trip deal

$229 or less

Good one-way deal

$130 or less
From Virginia to San Diego
One-way flight from Virginia to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($104 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Virginia to San Diego.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Virginia to San Diego.

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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 June 12, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/219:38 amRDU - SAN
Nonstop5h 25mBreeze Airways
Thu 8/2812:48 pmSAN - RDU
Nonstop5h 11mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/10$228
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/17:30 amRDU - SAN
1 stop7h 34mFrontier
Wed 8/137:04 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop8h 31mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$236
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/105:10 pmRDU - SAN
2 stops19h 45mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/303:57 pmSAN - RDU
2 stops13h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$238
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/77:30 amIAD - SAN
1 stop13h 40mFrontier
Thu 7/1012:59 pmSAN - IAD
1 stop14h 35mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$245
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sat 8/167:59 pmIAD - SAN
1 stop14h 43mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/208:33 amSAN - IAD
Nonstop5h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$247
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/95:45 pmDCA - SAN
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Tue 9/167:05 amSAN - DCA
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$248
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 9/3010:25 amIAD - SAN
1 stop7h 34mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/412:00 pmSAN - IAD
1 stop7h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$252
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 8/159:32 amORF - SAN
Nonstop5h 41mBreeze Airways
Fri 8/2212:58 pmSAN - ORF
Nonstop5h 22mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/9$252
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/225:27 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop9h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/2511:40 amSAN - RDU
2 stops18h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$252
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/95:20 pmORF - SAN
2 stops19h 35mSpirit Airlines
Fri 7/115:13 pmSAN - ORF
2 stops15h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9$254
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 10/301:00 pmDCA - SAN
1 stop10h 08mFrontier
Sat 11/16:25 amSAN - DCA
1 stop7h 36mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$254
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sat 11/88:59 amDCA - SAN
Nonstop5h 47mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/151:00 pmSAN - DCA
Nonstop5h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$257

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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 June 12, 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 8/21

9:38 am-12:03 pm

Nonstop5h 25m

San Diego

Thu 8/28

12:48 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop5h 11m

$228

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 7/3

4:32 pm-10:37 am

1 stop21h 05m

San Diego

Wed 7/9

3:57 pm-4:12 pm

2 stops21h 15m

$230

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 8/1

7:30 am-12:04 pm

1 stop7h 34m

San Diego

Wed 8/13

7:04 pm-6:35 am

1 stop8h 31m

$236

Washington, D.C.San Diego

IAD - SAN

IADSAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 7/7

7:30 am-6:10 pm

1 stop13h 40m

San Diego

Thu 7/10

12:59 pm-6:34 am

1 stop14h 35m

$245

Washington, D.C.San Diego

IAD - SAN

IADSAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/16

7:59 pm-7:42 am

1 stop14h 43m

San Diego

Wed 8/20

8:33 am-4:47 pm

Nonstop5h 14m

$247

Washington, D.C.San Diego

DCA - SAN

DCASAN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/9

5:45 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop7h 05m

San Diego

Tue 9/16

7:05 am-5:00 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$248

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 8/22

5:27 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop9h 25m

San Diego

Mon 8/25

11:40 am-9:36 am

2 stops18h 56m

$252

NorfolkSan Diego

ORF - SAN

ORFSAN

Norfolk

Fri 8/15

9:32 am-12:13 pm

Nonstop5h 41m

San Diego

Fri 8/22

12:58 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop5h 22m

$252

NorfolkSan Diego

ORF - SAN

ORFSAN

Norfolk

Wed 7/9

5:20 pm-9:55 am

2 stops19h 35m

San Diego

Fri 7/11

5:13 pm-11:16 am

2 stops15h 03m

$254

Washington, D.C.San Diego

IAD - SAN

IADSAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/16

5:25 pm-7:52 pm

Nonstop5h 27m

San Diego

Thu 8/21

8:33 am-4:47 pm

Nonstop5h 14m

$257

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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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 June 12, 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.

Rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Diego. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from Virginia to San Diego by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Virginia to San Diego one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $56. However, be on the lookout for offers from Breeze Airways and Frontier, 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?

  • 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$143Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$144Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$165Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$213Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$274Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$313Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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