How to find cheap flights to San Diego
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way flight to San Diego is $631. A round-trip ticket starts at $1,126.
Let the best deals come to you by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or a notification through the app when ticket prices go down.
The earlier you book, the better. You might even be able to find some incredible early bird deals on your flight.
Expand your search for cheap flights to San Diego by clicking the 'Add nearby airports' box. This gives you access to fares for surrounding airports, which could offer bigger savings.
Indirect routes can often save you money, so consider taking a flight with a stop. Simply uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets.
Best time to go to San Diego
If your travel dates are flexible, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll help you find the month or even day of the year with the cheapest flights.
August sees the highest demand for flights. The city is typically in full swing, so you'll always find things to do.
The quietest time to travel is March. Book your plane tickets to San Diego then and enjoy sightseeing at a more relaxed pace.
The weather can make or break a trip, so consider what kind of conditions you want to travel in. San Diego is warmest in August, averaging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
February is when temperatures hit their lowest, between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
June is your best bet for sunshine. This is the driest month in San Diego.
Travelling to San Diego: what you need to know
Most passengers travelling to the city come through San Diego International Airport (SAN).
Travel to your destination in one go. These are some of the major airlines offering direct flights to San Diego:
You'll be in the UTC-8 timezone when you reach San Diego.
Complete your trip by choosing the right stay. Check out these hotels once you've booked your ticket:
Getting to central San Diego from San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Central San Diego is about 5 kilometres from SAN, the city's main airport.
If you're taking a taxi or ride-sharing after your flight to San Diego, it'll take around 15 minutes to get to the centre.
Expect the ride to take about 25 minutes when using public transport.
Slip into bed not long after your flight to San Diego. Put your bags down at one of these hotels near San Diego International Airport and you'll be snoozing in no time:
Eager to be on the road right away? You can pick up a car rental at SAN with top brands such as Thrifty, Dollar and Budget. Hop in and get ready to explore San Diego and beyond.
San Diego highlights
Step off your flight to San Diego and make your way to these well-known attractions:
San Diego Zoo: The perfect spot to kick off your sightseeing, this landmark is located around 3 kilometres north of the city centre.
USS Midway Museum: This is just one more reason to visit this city. A top landmark, it's around 2 kilometres west of the centre of San Diego.
Explore more of the United States
Feel like exploring more? Los Angeles will add something special to your trip to the United States. It's around 177 kilometres northwest of San Diego and features Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl. The main airport for this city is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Long Beach might just become one of your favourite stops in the United States. You'll find it around 153 kilometres northwest of San Diego. The Queen Mary, Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA) and Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden are high on many visitors' lists.
Roughly 145 kilometres northwest of San Diego, Anaheim is worth working into your travels. Top reasons to go include Disneyland Park California, Disney California Adventure Park and Disneyland Esplanade.
Complete your trip with a San Diego car rental
Thinking of renting a car in the city? Choose from a selection of car rentals in San Diego and go wherever, whenever. In just one quick search, you can compare rates and book the best deal after locking in your hotel and cheap flight to San Diego.
