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$129+ 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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — FSD
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
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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 April 30, 2025.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$209
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$129
(Frontier)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$442
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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 April 30, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Wed 5/2812:35 pmSAN - FSD
1 stop6h 33mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/309:25 amFSD - SAN
1 stop7h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$209
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/2712:51 pmSAN - FSD
1 stop22h 06mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/211:57 amFSD - SAN
1 stop25h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$223
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/126:25 amSAN - FSD
1 stop4h 53mFrontier
Fri 5/162:08 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop7h 46mFrontier
Deal found 4/28$238
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Wed 8/2011:17 amSAN - RAP
1 stop6h 33mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/78:32 amRAP - SAN
1 stop5h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2812:26 pmSAN - FSD
1 stop8h 31mDelta
Mon 6/27:59 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop5h 48mDelta
Deal found 4/27$263
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/106:15 amSAN - RAP
1 stop8h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/175:36 amRAP - SAN
1 stop9h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/66:20 amSAN - FSD
1 stop5h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/104:10 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop9h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$343
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Fri 6/206:20 amSAN - RAP
1 stop8h 32mDelta
Wed 7/26:35 amRAP - SAN
1 stop7h 14mDelta
Deal found 4/28$359
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1312:41 pmSAN - RAP
2 stops27h 17mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/175:21 pmRAP - SAN
3 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$646
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/188:37 pmSAN - FSD
2 stops18h 58mAlaska Airlines
Thu 8/2112:48 pmFSD - SAN
2 stops13h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/28$729

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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 April 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to South Dakota that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

South Dakota

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Wed 5/28

12:35 pm-9:08 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 5/30

9:25 am-2:49 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$209

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Tue 5/27

12:51 pm-12:57 pm

1 stop22h 06m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 6/2

11:57 am-11:55 am

1 stop25h 58m

$223

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Mon 5/12

6:25 am-1:18 pm

1 stop4h 53m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 5/16

2:08 pm-7:54 pm

1 stop7h 46m

$238

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Wed 5/28

12:26 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop8h 31m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 6/2

7:59 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop5h 48m

$263

San DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Tue 6/10

4:05 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Rapid City

Tue 6/17

11:19 am-5:14 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$279

San DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Sat 5/10

6:15 am-4:04 pm

1 stop8h 49m

Rapid City

Sat 5/17

5:36 am-2:02 pm

1 stop9h 26m

$329

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Tue 5/6

6:20 am-2:00 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sat 5/10

4:10 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 49m

$343

San DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Fri 6/20

6:20 am-3:52 pm

1 stop8h 32m

Rapid City

Wed 7/2

6:35 am-12:49 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$359

San DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Tue 5/13

12:41 pm-4:58 pm

2 stops27h 17m

Rapid City

Sat 5/17

5:21 pm-11:56 pm

3 stops31h 35m

$646

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Mon 5/5

7:55 pm-11:56 am

2 stops14h 01m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 5/7

4:10 pm-8:46 am

2 stops18h 36m

$737

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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 April 30, 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 April 30, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Diego to South Dakota, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Delta and United 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to South Dakota. 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 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 Frontier ($129), Delta ($134), and Allegiant Air ($237).

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

    When deciding which route to take from San Diego to South Dakota consider San Diego - Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field, San Diego - Rapid City or San Diego - Pierre as they are the most popular.

  • 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, 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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to South Dakota. 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$118Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$257Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$279Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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