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$84+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Tucson (SAN - TUS)

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SAN — TUS
Aug 2 — Aug 91
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Tucson are usually found in February or April, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Tucson

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Tucson (TUS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$177
(Southwest)

One-way from

$84
(Trip.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$350

Good round-trip deal

$340 or less

Good one-way deal

$199 or less
From San Diego to Tucson
One-way flight from San Diego to Tucson
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($35 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 July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Diego to Tucson.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Diego to Tucson.

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Tucson
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Tucson. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 28, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/266:10 pmSAN - TUS
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Tue 9/28:00 amTUS - SAN
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 7/27$177
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Tue 8/266:20 amSAN - TUS
2 stops9h 53mDelta
Tue 9/211:57 amTUS - SAN
1 stop6h 08mDelta
Deal found 7/27$192
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/226:15 amSAN - TUS
1 stop3h 14mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/259:59 amTUS - SAN
1 stop5h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/25$198
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/2312:32 pmSAN - TUS
1 stop23h 12mFrontier
Sun 10/2612:39 pmTUS - SAN
1 stop10h 25mFrontier
Deal found 7/27$205
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/238:18 amSAN - TUS
1 stop4h 49mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/2712:39 pmTUS - SAN
1 stop10h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26$310

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Tucson 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 July 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Tucson that are best for you.

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Tucson

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoTucson

SAN - TUS

SANTUS

San Diego

Tue 8/26

6:10 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Tucson

Tue 9/2

8:00 am-9:20 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$177

San DiegoTucson

SAN - TUS

SANTUS

San Diego

Tue 8/26

6:20 am-4:13 pm

2 stops9h 53m

Tucson

Tue 9/2

11:57 am-6:05 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$192

San DiegoTucson

SAN - TUS

SANTUS

San Diego

Fri 8/22

6:15 am-9:29 am

1 stop3h 14m

Tucson

Mon 8/25

9:59 am-3:25 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$198

San DiegoTucson

SAN - TUS

SANTUS

San Diego

Thu 10/23

12:32 pm-11:44 am

1 stop23h 12m

Tucson

Sun 10/26

12:39 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$205

San DiegoTucson

SAN - TUS

SANTUS

San Diego

Thu 10/23

8:18 am-1:07 pm

1 stop4h 49m

Tucson

Mon 10/27

12:39 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$310

San DiegoTucson

SAN - TUS

SANTUS

San Diego

Fri 10/10

2:11 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Tucson

Sun 10/12

7:15 am-11:59 pm

2 stops16h 44m

$478

San DiegoTucson

SAN - TUS

SANTUS

San Diego

Mon 9/8

6:15 am-1:51 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$84

San DiegoTucson

SAN - TUS

SANTUS

San Diego

Sat 10/25

9:15 am-10:50 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$89

San DiegoTucson

SAN - TUS

SANTUS

San Diego

Fri 9/5

6:25 am-1:51 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$90

San DiegoTucson

SAN - TUS

SANTUS

San Diego

Wed 8/27

10:00 am-3:44 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$94

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Tucson

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Tucson

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Tucson. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Tucson is 48 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Tucson (average of $364). Flying from San Diego to Tucson in March is currently the most expensive (average of $425). 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 TUS?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Tucson. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 28, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to Tucson, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 13% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Tucson

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tucson. 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 Tucson. Reviews last updated July 28, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from San Diego to Tucson by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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

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  • What airports do I use to fly from San Diego to Tucson?

    To fly from San Diego to Tucson, you need to book a flight from San Diego (SAN) to Tucson (TUS). Nonstop flights to Tucson from San Diego take 1h 25m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there is 1 outbound flight from San Diego to Tucson offered by 2 different airlines.

  • How popular is this San Diego to Tucson flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Tucson round-trip?

    According to our current data, Southwest ($177), Delta ($192), and American Airlines ($198) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Tucson. These flights start at 47% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to Tucson are Southwest ($89), Frontier ($90), and Delta ($94).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Tucson?

    On average you can expect to pay $297 for a flight from San Diego to Tucson. The cheapest flight overall is $68 while the most popular route, (San Diego - Tucson) is currently priced at $177.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Tucson 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 Tucson?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Tucson (average of $364). Flying from San Diego to Tucson in March is currently the most expensive (average of $425). 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 2 airlines flying from San Diego to Tucson

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Tucson. 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 July 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$132Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$192Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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