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Book flight tickets from San Francisco to San Diego starting at €8

Whether you’re going for a one-way or round-trip to San Diego, we’ve got you covered! Check out these different flight options from San Francisco below.

  • One way
  • Round-trip

Crossed out prices are calculated based on the average price of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

Find the best time to fly from San Francisco to San Diego

These price trend charts carefully monitor and predict how flight prices from San Francisco to San Diego will change. Keep a close eye on them to understand when the best time to buy your tickets is.

Displayed prices are calculated based on the cheapest average weekly prices of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

Airlines Flying from San Francisco to San Diego

Compare prices from various providers below to understand which option best suits your travel needs, before enjoying a comfortable journey with a trusted airline from San Francisco to San Diego.

Alaska Airlines
From €16
Southwest Airlines
From €39
United Airlines
From €56
Delta Air Lines
From €90
Frontier Airlines
From €94
American Airlines
From €122
Hawaiian Airlines
From €349

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Alternative Routes from San Francisco to San Diego

There are various non-direct routes from San Francisco to San Diego which could be cheaper and faster! Check out these alternative options to see if they could work for your trip.

  • Cheapest
    Frontier Airlines
    SFO
    19:10
    1h 41m
    Nonstop
    SAN
    20:51
    San Francisco International Airport - San Diego International Airport
    Tue, Dec 24Frontier Airlines
    €94
  • American Airlines
    SFO
    12:27
    5h 55m
    1 transfer
    CLD
    18:22
    San Francisco International Airport - McClellan-Palomar Airport
    Tue, Feb 18American Airlines
    €114
  • American Airlines
    SFO
    12:27
    5h 55m
    1 transfer
    CLD
    18:22
    San Francisco International Airport - McClellan-Palomar Airport
    Tue, Feb 18American Airlines
    €114
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FAQ

  • When are flight tickets from San Francisco (SFO) to San Diego (SAN) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from San Francisco to San Diego based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
  • How much do flights from San Francisco (SFO) to San Diego (SAN) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around €124.
  • How long does it take to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to San Diego (SAN) and what is the distance?

    It takes around 1 hour 36 minutes to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to San Diego (SAN).
  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in San Diego?

    • The distance from San Diego International Airport to downtown is about 3 km. It takes about 20 minutes by taxi.
  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco (SFO) to San Diego (SAN)?

    Airlines with flights from San Francisco (SFO) to San Diego (SAN): Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Qatar Airways, Copa Airlines, Swiss, Air Canada and Singapore Airlines.

How to find a cheap flight from San Francisco to San Diego

If you don’t know some of the key things to look out for when buying flight tickets, prices can often end up sky high or, worse, sold out! We’ve carefully compiled our six most important steps to help ensure you’re getting the best deals when planning your next journey.
1
Book Early
Once prices are gone, they're gone. Lock in deals while you can!
2
Compare Flight Prices
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3
Look Out for Deals
Check airline and travel agency websites for latest flight deals
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Check One-way Fares
Buying two cheap one-way flights can sometimes be a better deal than a round-trip.
5
Try Different Dates
Flying during the week, early in the morning, or late at night can help save money.
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Flight Information from San Francisco to San Diego

Cheapest nonstop flight price€8
Cheapest round-trip ticket price€26
Off-season for travelDecember
Peak season for travelSeptember
Flight distance720.29 km
Average flight time1 hour 36 minutes
Popular airlineAlaska Airlines