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$125+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Tulum, Mexico

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 9/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — CUN
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Tulum are usually found in September or January, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Tulum

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Tulum flight deals. Data was last updated July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$261
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$125
(Booking.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$514
From San Diego to Tulum
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Tulum
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Tulum. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Mon 8/1810:45 pmSAN - CUN
1 stop12h 35mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/214:05 pmCUN - SAN
1 stop7h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$261
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/117:00 pmSAN - CUN
2 stops13h 47mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/1410:48 amCUN - SAN
2 stops22h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$287
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/119:30 pmSAN - CUN
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/1410:48 amCUN - SAN
2 stops22h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$309
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/108:00 amSAN - CUN
2 stops14h 59mAeromexico
Tue 9/168:00 amCUN - SAN
1 stop14h 26mAeromexico
Deal found 7/29$354

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Tulum that are best for you.

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San Diego

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Tulum

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Mon 8/18

10:45 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop12h 35m

Cancun

Thu 8/21

4:05 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$261

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Mon 8/11

7:00 pm-10:47 am

2 stops13h 47m

Cancun

Thu 8/14

10:48 am-7:21 am

2 stops22h 33m

$287

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Mon 8/11

9:30 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop14h 40m

Cancun

Thu 8/14

10:48 am-7:21 am

2 stops22h 33m

$309

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Wed 9/10

8:00 am-12:59 am

2 stops14h 59m

Cancun

Wed 9/17

4:15 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$354

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Sat 9/20

6:15 am-8:55 am

2 stops24h 40m

$125

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Sat 9/20

7:21 pm-4:12 pm

1 stop18h 51m

$138

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Thu 8/14

9:30 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop14h 40m

$166

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Fri 8/29

9:11 pm-2:33 am

2 stops27h 22m

$167

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Fri 8/29

10:17 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop15h 03m

$178

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Thu 8/7

6:57 pm-3:15 pm

3 stops18h 18m

$430

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Deals found on 7/28

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Tulum

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from San Diego to Tulum may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 49 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Tulum (average of $360). Flying from San Diego to Tulum in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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 TU9?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Tulum. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 30, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to Tulum, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Tulum?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Tulum. Price data was last updated on June 22, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Tulum flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Tulum

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tulum. 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 Tulum. Reviews last updated July 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Aeromexico from San Diego to Tulum have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
7,980 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,721 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
8,896 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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 Tulum. 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 Tulum?

    If you book a flight to Tulum 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. There are 0 flights from San Diego to Tulum per day from 7 different airlines.

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

    $125 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Aeromexico, with prices starting from $138 and $166, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Tulum (average of $360). Flying from San Diego to Tulum in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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 San Diego to Tulum

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Tulum. 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 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$217Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$274Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$279Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$350Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$357Average$594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$375Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$458Average$646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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