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Cheap flights from San Francisco to San Diego from £29

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 18/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SAN
18 Sep — 25 Sep1
1 adult

The best prices from San Francisco to San Diego are usually found in September or August, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 13 September 2024.

Round-trip from

£54

One-way from

£29

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 28/9-1/10
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 07m total
  • San Francisco to San Diego
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 18/10
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 40m total
  • San Francisco to San Diego
High demand for flights, 25% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 30% potential price drop

Cheap Southwest flights from San Francisco to San Diego

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Southwest for the route between San Francisco and San Diego. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 1,006,798 searches. Data last updated 13 September 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Southwest flights we've detected travelling from San Francisco to San Diego. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Fri 6/1207:30SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Mon 9/1206:40SAN - SFO
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 13/9£90
Thu 26/906:00SFO - SAN
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Tue 1/1007:10SAN - SFO
2 stops7h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 10/9£132

Cheap Delta flights from San Francisco to San Diego

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between San Francisco and San Diego. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 1,006,798 searches. Data last updated 13 September 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Delta flights travelling from San Francisco to San Diego. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Tue 22/1017:07SFO - SAN
1 stop6h 42mDelta
Tue 29/1006:25SAN - SFO
1 stop5h 18mDelta
Deal found 12/9£119
Tue 24/906:00SFO - SAN
1 stop6h 05mDelta
Fri 27/919:20SAN - SFO
1 stop4h 37mDelta
Deal found 12/9£173

Cheap San Francisco to San Diego flights in September & October 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to San Diego specifically for the months of September and October 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 1,006,798 searches. Prices were last updated on 13 September 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Francisco to San Diego in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Sat 28/919:45SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Tue 1/1013:33SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 12/9£54
Tue 8/1014:00SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 37mAlaska Airlines
Tue 8/1017:55SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/9£77
Tue 8/1010:30SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Tue 8/1015:55SAN - SFO
2 stops6h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/9£112
Tue 22/1017:07SFO - SAN
1 stop6h 42mDelta
Tue 29/1006:25SAN - SFO
1 stop5h 18mDelta
Deal found 12/9£119
Tue 22/1006:20SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Thu 24/1006:15SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9£128

San Francisco to San Diego 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and San Diego in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 1,006,798 searches. Data last updated 13 September 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Francisco to San Diego in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Sat 28/919:45SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Tue 1/1013:33SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 12/9£54
Tue 8/1014:00SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 37mAlaska Airlines
Tue 8/1017:55SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/9£77
Fri 15/1105:00SFO - SAN
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Sat 16/1111:10SAN - SFO
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/9£100
Mon 25/1107:00SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Fri 29/1120:49SAN - SFO
1 stop3h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9£114
Tue 22/1017:07SFO - SAN
1 stop6h 42mDelta
Tue 29/1006:25SAN - SFO
1 stop5h 18mDelta
Deal found 12/9£119

Direct flights to San Diego from San Francisco

Discover direct flight options from San Francisco to San Diego. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 1,006,798 searches. Data last updated 13 September 2024.
Consider booking one of these non-stop flights heading from San Francisco to San Diego. If you're looking for other options for flights from San Francisco to San Diego, make sure to update the search form at the top of page.
Sat 28/919:45SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Tue 1/1013:33SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Deal found 12/9£54
Tue 8/1014:00SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 37mAlaska Airlines
Tue 8/1017:55SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/9£77
Thu 10/1006:20SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Thu 17/1006:15SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/9£128
Sun 27/1006:10SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Sun 27/1021:05SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/9£139

San Francisco to San Diego flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Francisco to San Diego for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 1,006,798 searches. Data last updated 13 September 2024.
Book one of these great deals on flights from San Francisco to San Diego. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Thu 26/906:00SFO - SAN
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Tue 1/1007:10SAN - SFO
2 stops7h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 10/9£132
Wed 25/913:30SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 39mAlaska Airlines
Wed 25/917:55SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/9£140
Wed 25/907:05SFO - SAN
1 stop3h 14mUnited Airlines
Wed 25/920:30SAN - SFO
1 stop3h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/9£159
Tue 24/906:00SFO - SAN
1 stop6h 05mDelta
Fri 27/919:20SAN - SFO
1 stop4h 37mDelta
Deal found 12/9£173
Fri 13/906:15SFO - SAN
1 stop13h 00mJetBlue
Sat 14/920:25SAN - SFO
1 stop14h 00mJetBlue
Deal found 12/9£1,169

One-way flights to San Diego from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 1,006,798 searches. Data last updated 13 September 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from San Francisco to San Diego. Those seeking round-trip flights from San Francisco to San Diego should utilise the search form at the top of the page.
Fri 18/1008:32SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Deal found 11/9£29
Mon 14/1008:00SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/9£41
Tue 5/1106:40SFO - SAN
2 stops7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/9£52
Wed 9/1019:05SFO - SAN
1 stop4h 44mDelta
Deal found 10/9£60
Fri 11/1006:20SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/9£64
Fri 20/917:06SFO - SAN
3 stops21h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9£291

Find flights from San Francisco to San Diego within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 1,006,798 searches. Data last updated 13 September 2024.

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San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Sat 28/9

Nonstop1h 34m

San Diego

Tue 1/10

Nonstop1h 33m

£54

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Tue 8/10

Nonstop1h 37m

San Diego

Tue 8/10

Nonstop1h 35m

£77

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Fri 6/12

Nonstop1h 25m

San Diego

Mon 9/12

1 stop5h 20m

£90

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Mon 30/9

Nonstop1h 37m

San Diego

Sun 6/10

Nonstop1h 41m

£113

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Tue 22/10

1 stop6h 42m

San Diego

Tue 29/10

1 stop5h 18m

£119

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 12/9

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to San Diego

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to San Diego

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San Francisco to San Diego. Price data was last updated on 6 September 2024.

Booking 73 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to San Diego. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to San Diego (average of £15). Flying from San Francisco to San Diego in December is currently the most expensive (average of £38). 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 SFO to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 13 September 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to San Diego at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 58% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to San Diego. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 13 September 2024.

The most flights from SFO to SAN are scheduled on a Monday (66 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (35 on average).

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 - 58.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 58.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

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 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

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 13 September 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to San Diego, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and Alaska Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.2
Very Good
5,342 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.2
Very Good
5,342 reviews
8.2
Very Good
5,342 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very Good
9,357 reviews
8.2
Very Good
5,342 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very Good
9,116 reviews
8.2
Very Good
5,342 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
9,570 reviews
8.2
Very Good
5,342 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

6.2
Okay
3,714 reviews
8.2
Very Good
5,342 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco to San Diego?

    To fly from San Francisco to San Diego, you need to book a flight from San Francisco (SFO) to San Diego (SAN). Nonstop flights to San Diego from San Francisco take 1h 34m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 56 outbound flights from San Francisco to San Diego offered by 1 airline.

  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to San Diego for under £100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to San Diego for under £100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just £54, but on average you can expect to pay £90.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to San Diego for under £100 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 4 direct flights from San Francisco to San Diego under £100. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to San Diego is less than £99.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to San Diego for under £200?

    There are currently 5+ open flights from San Francisco to San Diego within the next 7 days for less than £200.

  • What days are direct flights available from San Francisco to San Diego?

    Direct flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Saturday.

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

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

    On average, you can expect to see 4 flights from San Francisco to San Diego a day.
    Morning (6am - Midday) - 25% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Midday - 6pm) - 25% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 50% of flight departures

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

    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco to San Diego in 1h 25m. Fly via Frontier, Alaska Airlines, or Southwest to get the fastest option. San Francisco and San Diego are separated by a distance of 449 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Frontier, at £54, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to San Diego.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Alaska Airlines and Southwest. Frontier is 66% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £29. Users have also found prices from £41 and £52 on Alaska Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to San Diego consider choosing Air China (89%), SWISS (87%) or Copa Airlines (87%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    On average you can expect to pay £166 for a flight from San Francisco to San Diego. The cheapest flight overall is £57 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - San Diego) is currently priced at £99.

  • What does SFO to SAN mean?

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

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco 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 San Francisco to San Diego with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco 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 San Francisco to San Diego that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to San Diego that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to San Diego?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco 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 San Francisco to San Diego flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to San Diego flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 12/9.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to San Diego (average of £15). Flying from San Francisco to San Diego in December is currently the most expensive (average of £38). 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 airline flying from San Francisco to San Diego

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest£139Average£160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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