South Dakota

$142+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to South Dakota

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SAN — FSD
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheap 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$175
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$142
(Mytrip)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$408
From San Diego to South Dakota
One-way flight from San Diego to South Dakota
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($13 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

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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 June 12, 2025.

This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/167:00 pmSAN - RAP
1 stop25h 09mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/209:49 pmRAP - SAN
1 stop26h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$175
This Trip.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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/197:31 pmSAN - FSD
1 stop13h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/284:39 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop8h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$200
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.
Sat 7/266:30 amSAN - FSD
1 stop5h 42mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/305:11 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop7h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$269
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/94:10 pmSAN - RAP
1 stop4h 51mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/1611:16 amRAP - SAN
1 stop7h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$277
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/41:28 pmSAN - FSD
2 stops7h 27mDelta
Tue 7/86:00 amFSD - SAN
2 stops9h 53mDelta
Deal found 6/11$279
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/2311:08 amSAN - FSD
2 stops9h 14mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/275:14 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop5h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$294
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/239:03 pmSAN - FSD
1 stop14h 27mFrontier
Mon 10/272:15 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop11h 35mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$300
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/1110:15 pmSAN - RAP
2 stops10h 58mDelta
Tue 7/154:30 pmRAP - SAN
1 stop7h 59mDelta
Deal found 6/12$314
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.
Fri 7/46:15 amSAN - RAP
1 stop8h 54mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/84:38 pmRAP - SAN
1 stop8h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$369
This United 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/277:01 pmSAN - PIR
1 stop22h 54mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/308:30 amPIR - SAN
1 stop15h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$724

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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 DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Wed 7/16

7:00 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop25h 09m

Rapid City

Sun 7/20

9:49 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop26h 17m

$175

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Tue 7/8

7:31 pm-12:52 pm

1 stop15h 21m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 7/11

9:39 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops22h 16m

$206

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Sat 7/26

6:30 am-2:12 pm

1 stop5h 42m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 7/30

5:11 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$269

San DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Wed 7/9

4:10 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop4h 51m

Rapid City

Wed 7/16

11:16 am-5:32 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$277

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Fri 7/4

1:28 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops7h 27m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Tue 7/8

6:00 am-1:53 pm

2 stops9h 53m

$279

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Thu 10/23

11:08 am-10:22 pm

2 stops9h 14m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 10/27

5:14 pm-8:54 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$294

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Thu 10/23

9:03 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop14h 27m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 10/27

2:15 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop11h 35m

$300

San DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Fri 7/11

10:15 pm-10:13 am

2 stops10h 58m

Rapid City

Tue 7/15

4:30 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$314

San DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Fri 7/4

6:15 am-4:09 pm

1 stop8h 54m

Rapid City

Tue 7/8

4:38 pm-12:09 am

1 stop8h 31m

$369

San DiegoPierre

SAN - PIR

SANPIR

San Diego

Fri 6/27

7:01 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop22h 54m

Pierre

Mon 6/30

8:30 am-10:14 pm

1 stop15h 44m

$724

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to South Dakota

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to South Dakota

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to South Dakota (average of $334). Flying from San Diego to South Dakota in December is currently the most expensive (average of $446). 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 SAN to SD?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to South Dakota. 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 San Diego to South Dakota, 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 South Dakota by month

Plan your trip to South Dakota by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Dakota ranges from 0.6 - 3.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit South Dakota when rainfall is around 0.6 in.

Temperature in South Dakota by month

Plan your trip to South Dakota by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Dakota, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 15.8 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Diego to South Dakota, see what other customers have to say about Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.

  • 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 American Airlines ($194), Delta ($199), and United Airlines ($285).

  • 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?

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    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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to South Dakota (average of $334). Flying from San Diego to South Dakota in December is currently the most expensive (average of $446). 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$116Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$263Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$277Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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