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$131+ 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 9/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — SAN
Jul 16 — Jul 231
Thu 7/16
Thu 7/23
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 June 16, 2026.

This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/272:04 pm
RDU
-
SAN
1 stop8h 40m
American Airlines
Mon 8/3110:20 pm
SAN
-
RDU
1 stop8h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/11$213
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/147:08 pm
RDU
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/2112:54 pm
SAN
-
RDU
Nonstop5h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14$216
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/294:57 pm
RDU
-
SAN
1 stop7h 51m
American Airlines
Tue 10/611:00 pm
SAN
-
RDU
1 stop6h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/12$217
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/295:50 pm
RDU
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/61:22 pm
SAN
-
RDU
Nonstop4h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$221
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/251:25 pm
RDU
-
SAN
2 stops8h 30m
Southwest
Tue 9/17:05 am
SAN
-
RDU
2 stops8h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 6/11$222
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/305:39 pm
RDU
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 11/39:58 am
SAN
-
RDU
Nonstop4h 51m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/15$223
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/295:50 pm
RDU
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 10/69:39 am
SAN
-
RDU
Nonstop5h 20m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/13$227
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/139:03 am
RDU
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 49m
Breeze Airways
Thu 9/1712:37 pm
SAN
-
RDU
Nonstop4h 55m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/14$228
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/205:50 pm
RDU
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/239:37 am
SAN
-
RDU
1 stop22h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/15$229
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/139:03 am
RDU
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/1610:07 am
SAN
-
RDU
Nonstop5h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$231
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/34:51 pm
RDU
-
SAN
1 stop7h 33m
United Airlines
Mon 8/109:05 pm
SAN
-
RDU
1 stop8h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/14$232
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/86:16 pm
RIC
-
SAN
1 stop8h 39m
American Airlines
Wed 8/129:36 pm
SAN
-
RIC
1 stop9h 22m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/11$287

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 June 16, 2026.

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$213
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$131
(Southwest)

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March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$488

Good round-trip deal

$323 or less

Good one-way deal

$179 or less
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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 June 16, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Virginia to San Diego that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 8/18

7:08 pm-9:26 pm

Nonstop5h 18m

San Diego

Wed 8/19

10:07 am-6:10 pm

Nonstop5h 03m

$227

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 8/14

6:50 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop8h 04m

San Diego

Mon 8/17

10:17 pm-8:48 am

1 stop7h 31m

$277

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 8/25

1:25 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops8h 30m

San Diego

Wed 8/26

1:40 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$277

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 7/23

6:59 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop7h 31m

San Diego

Thu 7/30

10:15 pm-8:48 am

1 stop7h 33m

$277

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 7/3

6:40 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop8h 00m

San Diego

Tue 7/7

9:55 pm-10:52 am

1 stop9h 57m

$287

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 7/17

7:08 pm-9:26 pm

Nonstop5h 18m

San Diego

Fri 7/24

9:41 am-6:01 pm

Nonstop5h 20m

$312

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 8/28

1:40 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop6h 30m

San Diego

Tue 9/1

7:05 am-6:10 pm

2 stops8h 05m

$337

RoanokeSan Diego

ROA - SAN

ROASAN

Roanoke

Wed 11/11

2:47 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop9h 24m

San Diego

Sat 11/14

10:02 pm-8:30 am

1 stop7h 28m

$341

NorfolkSan Diego

ORF - SAN

ORFSAN

Norfolk

Thu 10/1

6:50 am-3:20 pm

2 stops11h 30m

San Diego

Tue 10/6

10:40 pm-11:05 am

2 stops9h 25m

$342

RoanokeSan Diego

ROA - SAN

ROASAN

Roanoke

Wed 11/11

11:00 am-5:29 pm

2 stops9h 29m

San Diego

Sat 11/14

12:50 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$346

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Virginia to San Diego (average of $79). Flying from Virginia to San Diego in February is currently the most expensive (average of $234). 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 16, 2026.

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.

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Virginia to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 67 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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, Delta, and Southwest fly from Virginia to San Diego in about 5h 18m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 12m. 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 Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $65. However, be on the lookout for offers from Breeze Airways and JetBlue, 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 $79). Flying from Virginia to San Diego in February is currently the most expensive (average of $234). 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 June 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$168Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$188Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$213Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$272Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$296Average$517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$303Average$537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$332Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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