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$62+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia to San Diego (PHL - SAN)

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Nov 5 — Nov 121
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The best prices from Philadelphia to San Diego are usually found in September or January, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) to San Diego (SAN). 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 October 31, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

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December

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Round-trip from

$233
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One-way from

$62
(FareScan)
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 31, 2024.

This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1111:15 amPHL - SAN
2 stops22h 25mSpirit Airlines
Thu 11/143:10 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop11h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/31$233
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/57:39 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop19h 02mFrontier
Wed 11/1312:41 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop13h 49mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$236
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Wed 11/68:29 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop13h 36mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/711:36 amSAN - PHL
1 stop14h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$240
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/104:30 pmPHL - SAN
Nonstop5h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/1510:45 pmSAN - PHL
Nonstop5h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/111:14 pmPHL - SAN
1 stop8h 05mDelta
Tue 12/1710:15 pmSAN - PHL
1 stop7h 36mDelta
Deal found 10/30$308
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/276:20 amPHL - SAN
1 stop8h 03mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/47:45 pmSAN - PHL
2 stops12h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$313
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Wed 11/273:30 pmPHL - SAN
2 stops10h 40mSouthwest
Wed 12/411:30 amSAN - PHL
2 stops8h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 10/30$377

Find flights from Philadelphia to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia to San Diego 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

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10:59 am-7:18 pm

1 stop11h 19m

$126

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6:51 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$154

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8:00 am-6:34 pm

2 stops13h 34m

$159

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7:05 pm-10:09 pm

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$170

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7:00 am-1:10 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$184

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7:25 am-6:05 pm

2 stops13h 40m

$296

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7:25 am-6:40 am

1 stop26h 15m

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12:36 pm-11:21 pm

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$233

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Wed 2/19

8:34 pm-1:29 pm

1 stop19h 55m

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3:10 pm-5:22 am

1 stop11h 12m

$235

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Philadelphia to San Diego in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 starCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
Booking.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Philadelphia-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Philadelphia-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Philadelphia-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to San Diego

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Travel insights for flights from Philadelphia to San Diego

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Philadelphia to San Diego including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to San Diego. Price data was last updated on October 25, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Philadelphia to San Diego, you should look to book at least 84 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from Philadelphia to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $338). 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 PHL to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Philadelphia to San Diego in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 31% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to San Diego. Price data was last updated on October 27, 2024.

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

Rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated October 31, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, American Airlines and Spirit Airlines from Philadelphia to San Diego to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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8.7

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7.7

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No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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Very good
5,116 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

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8.1

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8.7

Entertainment

7.7

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8.1

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7.2

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8.3

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1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

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1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

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8.1

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7.2

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No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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3,514 reviews
8.1
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5,116 reviews

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Crew

8.7

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7.7

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8.1

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No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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9,240 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

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1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Philadelphia to San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Philadelphia to San Diego?

    If you wish to fly to San Diego from Philadelphia, then you need to book flights from Philadelphia to San Diego. There are 2 flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to San Diego (SAN) per day to choose from. Flights to San Diego from Philadelphia are available from 6 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 5h 48m is how long a nonstop flight from Philadelphia to San Diego typically takes.

  • Can I find flights from Philadelphia to San Diego for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Philadelphia to San Diego for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $233, but on average you can expect to pay $281.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Philadelphia to San Diego for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 1 direct flight from Philadelphia to San Diego under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Philadelphia to San Diego is less than $289.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Philadelphia to San Diego for under $300?

    There are currently 7+ open flights from Philadelphia to San Diego within the next 7 days for less than $300.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Philadelphia to San Diego?

    Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Sunday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Philadelphia to San Diego on average per day?

    8 flight departures from Philadelphia to San Diego per day on average.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 38% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 63% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Philadelphia to San Diego?

    Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and JetBlue can get you from Philadelphia to San Diego in just under 11h 19m. Your travel time can differ by up to 14h 56m. The distance from Philadelphia to San Diego is about 2378 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($233), Frontier ($236), and JetBlue ($252) offers the cheapest pricing from Philadelphia to San Diego. Spirit Airlines is priced at 49% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $62. Frontier flights start at $63 while deals on JetBlue start at $126 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Philadelphia to San Diego?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Philadelphia to San Diego consider choosing American Airlines (72%), British Airways (66%) or Iberia (65%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Philadelphia to San Diego? While on average our users pay $951, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $136. The most popular route (Philadelphia - San Diego), is priced around $118.

  • What does PHL to SAN mean?

    Great question - PHL to SAN just means Philadelphia Airport to San Diego Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Philadelphia to San Diego?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Denver?

    Denver travelers tend to visit Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre more than anywhere else. Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre are located about 18.4 mi, 18.7 mi, and 18.6 mi, respectively from Denver Intl. Those on a layover in Denver in need of a rental car can book one at Denver Intl for about $61.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Philadelphia to San Diego flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Philadelphia to San Diego that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Philadelphia to San Diego flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Philadelphia to San Diego with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Philadelphia to San Diego flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philadelphia to San Diego by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Philadelphia to San Diego that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Philadelphia to San Diego offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Philadelphia to San Diego?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Philadelphia to San Diego flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Philadelphia to San Diego flight deals updated?

    The Philadelphia to San Diego flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/31.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from Philadelphia to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $338). 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 6 airlines flying from Philadelphia to San Diego

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia to San Diego. 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$127Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$150Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$219Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$221Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$292Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$326Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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