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Cheap flights from San Francisco to San Diego from $78

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United Airlines flights from San Francisco to San Diego

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United Airlines
24 Feb
SFO07:15San Francisco
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SAN08:52San Diego
24 Feb
SAN10:00San Diego
1h 46m
SFO11:46San Francisco
United Airlines
10 Jan
SFO08:30San Francisco
1h 39m
SAN10:09San Diego
12 Jan
SAN06:15San Diego
1h 45m
SFO08:00San Francisco
United Airlines
18 Jan
SFO19:00San Francisco
1h 39m
SAN20:39San Diego
20 Jan
SAN07:35San Diego
1h 45m
SFO09:20San Francisco

Alaska Airlines flights from San Francisco to San Diego

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Alaska Airlines
7 Jan
SFO13:42San Francisco
1h 35m
SAN15:17San Diego
17 Jan
SAN21:55San Diego
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SFO23:38San Francisco
Alaska Airlines
8 Jan
SFO06:00San Francisco
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SAN07:36San Diego
8 Jan
SAN10:55San Diego
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SFO12:37San Francisco
Alaska Airlines
7 Jan
SFO13:42San Francisco
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SAN15:17San Diego
18 Jan
SAN06:15San Diego
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SFO08:00San Francisco

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and San Diego?

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to San Diego from San Francisco, with most prices found around $205. If you’re not able to fly to San Diego in October, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from San Francisco to San Diego during September average around $211.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to San Diego from San Francisco is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $0. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from San Francisco because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $227.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

Our data shows that the cheapest San Francisco to San Diego flights are usually those with departure times at midday. Our users have found flights to San Diego at midday for as low as $0. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $227. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to San Diego flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Diego?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Diego from San Francisco when booking 30 days ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around $287 when searching 30 days out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Diego from San Francisco for as low as $222 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to San Diego flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to San Diego flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to San Diego flights?

You could potentially save up to 126% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to San Diego flight.

How have San Francisco to San Diego flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2024, prices for San Francisco to San Diego flights are approximately 52% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found

$78

Fastest flight time

1h 30m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Diego

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Diego from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $78. The best return flight deal from San Francisco to San Diego found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $83.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to San Diego takes 1h 30m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to San Diego every day.
There is 1 airport near San Diego: San Diego (SAN)

  • How far is San Francisco to San Diego by plane?

    San Diego is 738.2 km away from San Francisco. By plane, this route typically takes 1h 30m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to San Diego Airport?

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to San Diego Airport are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to San Diego Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to San Diego Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to San Diego Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your San Diego Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from San Francisco to San Diego

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FrontierPriceFrom $110Free cancellationRating
6.1
3,478 reviews
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  • Frontier Flights From San Francisco to San Diego

    The lowest priced Frontier flight from San Francisco to San Diego from the last 72 hours was $69. Generally, Frontier has 5 flights on this route every week with an average price of $97. Frontier is rated 6.1/10 by our users.


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