South Dakota

$145+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to South Dakota

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 4/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — FSD
Feb 28 — Mar 71
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to South Dakota

Cheapest flights from San Diego to South Dakota
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to South Dakota. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/108:00 am
SAN
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FSD
1 stop25h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/192:16 pm
FSD
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SAN
1 stop19h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$159
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/266:25 am
SAN
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FSD
1 stop4h 56m
Frontier
Thu 3/52:16 pm
FSD
-
SAN
1 stop11h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$183
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Thu 2/126:25 am
SAN
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FSD
1 stop4h 56m
Frontier
Thu 2/192:16 pm
FSD
-
SAN
1 stop11h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$222
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/108:00 am
SAN
-
FSD
1 stop25h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/188:18 pm
FSD
-
SAN
1 stop23h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$241
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/108:00 am
SAN
-
FSD
1 stop25h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/162:42 pm
FSD
-
SAN
2 stops31h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$251
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 4/302:40 pm
SAN
-
FSD
1 stop6h 22m
Delta
Sat 5/21:44 pm
FSD
-
SAN
1 stop8h 56m
Delta
Deal found 1/28$280
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Sat 2/148:00 am
SAN
-
FSD
1 stop9h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/192:16 pm
FSD
-
SAN
1 stop19h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$281
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/108:00 am
SAN
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FSD
1 stop25h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/131:41 pm
FSD
-
SAN
1 stop23h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$282
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/126:30 am
SAN
-
RAP
1 stop5h 43m
United Airlines
Tue 5/125:20 am
RAP
-
SAN
1 stop4h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Wed 2/116:30 am
SAN
-
RAP
1 stop5h 42m
United Airlines
Sun 2/155:40 pm
RAP
-
SAN
1 stop5h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 4/74:09 pm
SAN
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PIR
1 stop5h 32m
United Airlines
Sat 4/116:15 am
PIR
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SAN
1 stop5h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/29$343
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 10/274:10 pm
SAN
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PIR
1 stop4h 49m
United Airlines
Sat 10/316:22 am
PIR
-
SAN
1 stop4h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$354

Find flight deals from San Diego to South Dakota

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to South Dakota flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$159
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$145
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$422
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field flight deals.
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From San Diego to South Dakota
One-way flight from San Diego to South Dakota
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($24 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to South Dakota 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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to South Dakota that are best for you.

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San Diego

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San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Thu 2/26

6:25 am-1:21 pm

1 stop4h 56m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Thu 3/5

2:16 pm-12:08 am

1 stop11h 52m

$183

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Wed 4/8

2:49 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop27h 31m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sun 4/12

9:10 pm-7:21 am

1 stop12h 11m

$280

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Thu 4/30

2:40 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop6h 22m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sat 5/2

9:25 am-1:28 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$280

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Thu 5/7

10:30 pm-12:28 pm

2 stops11h 58m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Tue 5/12

1:20 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop9h 01m

$285

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Fri 4/17

6:25 am-3:37 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sun 4/19

4:17 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$289

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Wed 4/8

10:10 pm-12:53 pm

2 stops12h 43m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 4/13

1:44 pm-10:46 pm

2 stops11h 02m

$291

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Wed 4/1

11:00 am-8:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 4/8

4:57 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$293

San DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Thu 2/12

6:30 am-1:13 pm

1 stop5h 43m

Rapid City

Tue 5/12

5:20 am-9:15 am

1 stop4h 55m

$294

San DiegoPierre

SAN - PIR

SANPIR

San Diego

Tue 4/7

4:09 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop5h 32m

Pierre

Sat 4/11

6:15 am-9:16 am

1 stop5h 01m

$343

San DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Tue 4/21

12:40 pm-8:44 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Rapid City

Fri 4/24

4:15 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$371

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to South Dakota (average of $129). Flying from San Diego to South Dakota in November is currently the most expensive (average of $268). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing South Dakota

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Dakota. 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 South Dakota. Reviews last updated January 29, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San Diego to South Dakota by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to South Dakota?

    If you book a flight to South Dakota from San Diego, you will be flying from San Diego, which is the city’s only airport. San Diego (SAN) is located 2.6 mi from the center of San Diego.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to South Dakota?

    Airlines like Frontier, Delta, and United Airlines fly from San Diego to South Dakota in about 4h 56m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 26m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1334 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 San Diego to South Dakota one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to South Dakota are Frontier ($75), American Airlines ($125), and Delta ($165).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to South Dakota 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 San Diego to South Dakota?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to South Dakota (average of $129). Flying from San Diego to South Dakota in November is currently the most expensive (average of $268). 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 4 airlines flying from San Diego to South Dakota

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$150Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$281Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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