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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to San Diego (SFO-SAN)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to San Diego that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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15:40 - 17:17SFO-SAN
1h 37mdirect
20:55 - 22:30SAN-SFO
1h 35mdirect
£106Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 25 Jun - Tue, 25 Jun
09:00 - 10:41SFO-SAN
1h 41mdirect
11:20 - 13:00SAN-SFO
1h 40mdirect
£111Alaska Airlines
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Wed, 17 Jul - Sat, 20 Jul
06:10 - 09:52SFO-SAN
3h 42m1 stop
18:10 - 23:44SAN-SFO
5h 34m1 stop
£125Delta
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Tue, 28 May - Tue, 28 May
06:10 - 09:52SFO-SAN
3h 42m1 stop
18:10 - 23:44SAN-SFO
5h 34m1 stop
£126Delta
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Sun, 26 May - Tue, 28 May
06:10 - 09:52SFO-SAN
3h 42m1 stop
19:20 - 00:10SAN-SFO
4h 50m1 stop
£126Delta
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Sun, 26 May - Fri, 31 May
19:35 - 22:56SFO-SAN
3h 21m1 stop
19:20 - 00:10SAN-SFO
4h 50m1 stop
£134Delta
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Sat, 18 May - Mon, 20 May
13:25 - 14:59SFO-SAN
1h 34mdirect
17:45 - 19:23SAN-SFO
1h 38mdirect
£138Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 14 May - Tue, 14 May
06:00 - 23:44SFO-SAN
17h 44m1 stop
06:15 - 07:49SAN-SFO
1h 34mdirect
£263United Airlines
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Thu, 4 Jul - Sun, 7 Jul
06:00 - 23:44SFO-SAN
17h 44m1 stop
20:39 - 07:25SAN-SFO
10h 46m1 stop
£329United Airlines
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Thu, 4 Jul - Sun, 7 Jul
23:05 - 12:10SFO-SAN
13h 05m1 stop
20:15 - 09:55SAN-SFO
13h 40m1 stop
£1,148JetBlue
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Sat, 18 May - Sun, 19 May

Flights from San Francisco to San Diego - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to San Diego to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to San Diego?

The average price of all flights from San Francisco to San Diego clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
For San Francisco to San Diego, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Wednesday is the most expensive. Flying from San Diego back to San Francisco, the best deals are generally found on Sunday, with Saturday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to San Diego?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from San Francisco to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to San Diego is January, where tickets cost £150 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and June, where the average cost of tickets is £219 and £206 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from San Francisco to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to San Diego, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 90 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco to San Diego?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 72 hours, the best return deals on flights connecting San Francisco to San Diego were found on Alaska Airlines (£106) and Delta (£125). Delta proposed the cheapest one-way flight at £62.

Which airlines fly most frequently between San Francisco and San Diego?

Alaska Airlines (12 flights per day), United Airlines (8 flights per day), and Southwest (4 flights per day) are the most frequent flyers of this route.

Which airlines fly direct between San Francisco and San Diego?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from San Francisco to San Diego.
There are 4 airlines that fly direct from San Francisco to San Diego. They are: Alaska Airlines, Frontier, Southwest and United Airlines. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with United Airlines at £101 for a one-way flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Alaska Airlines.

How many flights are there between San Francisco and San Diego per day?

Each day, there are between 23 and 30 nonstop flights that take off from San Francisco and land in San Diego, with an average flight time of 1h 37m. The most common departure time is 19:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 185 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Sunday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between San Francisco and San Diego?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from San Francisco to San Diego take?

The duration of a direct flight to San Diego from San Francisco is typically 1h 34m. The journey crosses a distance of 446 miles.

What’s the earliest departure time from San Francisco to San Diego?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from San Francisco at 06:00 and will be landing in San Diego at 07:34.

What’s the latest departure time from San Francisco to San Diego?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from San Francisco to San Diego jets off at 22:15 and lands at 23:59.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from San Francisco to San Diego

Low season

January

High season

July

Cheapest flight

£62
Best time to beat the crowds (19% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
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When to book flights from San Francisco to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to San Diego based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to San Diego

  • What if I just want to relax? Is there a quiet room at San Francisco International Airport?

    Sometimes you just want a little solitude before getting on your flight. While waiting on your flight from San Francisco to San Diego, visit SFO’s yoga room in Terminal 2 where you can meditate, stretch, and exercise. There are also a number of lounges in the airport including the Delta Sky Club, United Club, and both the Admiral and Centurion Clubs (by American Express).

  • What restaurants are close to the San Francisco International Airport?

    Around the airport are a number of great restaurants for dining. Within a couple of miles is a sushi spot (Zen Sushi Bistro), a steakhouse (Hangar Steak), and a Benihana. If you prefer something quick, consider Wendy’s on Gateway Boulevard, Hana Hawaiian Barbecue on San Mateo Avenue, or McDonald’s on Airport Boulevard.

  • Are there hotels close to the San Diego International Airport?

    If you’re only in town 2-3 days, you might want to just stay at or around the airport. Staying close to the airport is also convenient when you have a very early morning flight. There are several hotels less than a mile from the airport, including the Sheraton San Diego Hotel and Holiday Inn Express.

  • Is it easy to get around the San Diego International Airport?

    Getting around SAN is not too difficult. The airport offers a simple design which includes three terminals. Terminal 1 houses Southwest, Frontier, and Allegiant Airlines. There are also numerous restaurants here for passengers such as Ciao Gourmet Market, Einstein Bros. Bagels, and Emerald Express. British Airways, jetBlue, and Alaska Airlines are all located in Terminal 2. It also offers passengers a variety of dining options from Bubbles Seafood and Wine Bar to the California Pizza Kitchen. A shuttle is easily accessible and makes it convenient to get from one terminal to the other.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to San Diego was £78 for a one-way ticket and £133 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to San Diego?

    Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, American Airlines, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to San Diego flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to San Diego?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to San Diego flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to San Diego?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and San Diego, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to San Diego?

    There are direct flights from San Francisco to San Diego on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to San Diego, Alaska Airlines or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to San Diego are Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of £229 and an overall rating of 8.0, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £256 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to San Diego?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to San Diego.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to San Diego?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Diego from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to San Diego?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San Diego with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to San Diego?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Diego from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to San Diego

  • Looking for a cheap flight from San Francisco to San Diego? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £143 or less one-way and £217 or less round-trip.
  • Enjoy non-stop flights from San Francisco to San Diego with Alaska, Southwest, or United Airlines. These flights take off throughout both the day and evening and last about an hour and a half. You will depart from San Francisco International Airport and will land at San Diego International Airport.
  • Parking at San Francisco International Airport is abundant. There is long-term parking found both in a garage and lot. Parking costs around $25 per day and includes express entry and exit. Shuttle service to airport terminals is also provided 24/7.
  • Along with food and shopping, San Francisco International Airport offers a number of cultural and educational opportunities. Learn about the history of the airport through exhibits in international terminal hall. You might also read a book in the Christian Science Reading Room (Terminal 1, near Gate 40) or watch a short film in the screening room which is also in the international terminal hall.
  • San Diego International Airport, or SAN, is conveniently located off of I-5. It is a short drive from outdoor attractions like Windansea Beach and La Jolla Caves, and than 10 minutes from Petco Park (home of the San Diego Padres) and the downtown area.
  • Getting to downtown or other communities in San Diego from the airport is quite convenient via Bus Route 992. It is only a 10-minute ride and the bus will pick you up just outside of baggage claim. If you don’t want to use public transportation, there are a number of transportation companies that provide shuttle service from the airport -- simply catch a shuttle at Transportation Plaza in either Terminal 1 or 2.
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Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to San Diego?

Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco to San Diego, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Francisco to San Diego

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +16 more

ANA, Air Canada, +17 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +16 more

ANA, Air Canada, +17 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +18 more

ANA, Air Canada, +19 more

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Direct returns

San Diego to San Francisco

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +18 more

ANA, Air Canada, +19 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +18 more

ANA, Air Canada, +19 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +21 more

ANA, Air Canada, +22 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

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Top airlines flying from San Francisco to San Diego

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to San Diego. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Francisco to San Diego? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 9114 reviews
8.6crew
7.3entertainment
8.2boarding
7.9comfort
7.3food
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I was seated at the back of the plane and the flight attendants were fantastic. I did not get food so can’t say. Thought the movie selection was lean.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2024BOS - SAN
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I was seated at the back of the plane and the flight attendants were fantastic. I did not get food so can’t say. Thought the movie selection was lean.

the departure got delayed due to SJC situation, but it was a quite good waiting thanks to Alaska airline teams.

The flight attendant in the back of the plane was barely understood as she rushed through instructions to the point of being intelligible. She had a bored demeanor in her delivery.

Staff seemed genuinely nice, not just going through the motions.

The pretzels are awesome. The free movies are excellent. The plane crew was amazing. The Austin airport lounge was too small and overcrowded. There were not enough seats. And the boarding staff was not as friendly.

The flight was diverted and departed from San Jose instead of San Francisco. This could’ve been executed more smoothly because after arriving in San Jose it seemed like nothing was being processed correctly as needed for the gate agents to do their jobs well and the flight to leave on time

I like Alaska Air fine. Great crew. Late departure still arrived on time.

Excellent service and prices. I was not award of inflight entertainment.

They gave me a seat with extra leg room. But they didn't offer me anything to drink, just because it was an hour flight

I was happy with the flight. It was too short for food and beverage service. (no problem) We left SLO on time and arrived in San Diego on schedule.

Crew was great and did their best to make us comfortable and captain came out at the beginning to announce why the flight was delayed, weather situation up ahead, and kept us updated throughout the flight.

United WiFi is consistently unusable (it can take 10 mins to load a single web page). If you need Wifi to do work, be prepared to lose half a day of productivity.

Awful. I got stuck next to a person carrying a dog and behind someone with a dog. People need to board these dogs downstairs. The cabin is crowded enough with your pets

Packed in like sardines, very uncomfortable. Sitting the aisle my shoulder was rammed into numerous times by rushing flight attendants. Also flight was very cold.

For a 22 minute flight all you expect is for it to be safe and comfortable

Airline did not explain reasons why flight was delayed two hours. Explanations were badly needed and rarely provided. Problem seemed to clearly be the airline’s fault and not the fault of the weather or airport.

Very uncomfortable seats and seat backs, and I am only 5’9”. Delayed due to crew issues, spent a long time with no ventilation. Teeny overhead bins. Wifi worked well. Arrived safely.

I was delighted that we were able to get on the 4:40 pm flight rather than our original booking at 6:55 pm!! Other than that, the flight was comfortable and landed early😊

Our flight was delayed many times throughout the day. The final delay was about 8 hours. I spent time in line to speak to someone at their understaffed desk, and also spent time waiting online and then chatting with a service rep. None of the United employees were any help at all. I desperately wanted to go get rest and possibly re-book my trip but I was denied any compensation or voucher for a hotel. I was repeatedly told it was not United's fault and therefore they had no compensation to offer. Overall, a cold and callous experience.

Paid WiFi was only available for a few minutes. Avoid at all costs.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from San Francisco to San Diego found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
29/5Wed
1 stopDelta
6h 13mSFO-SAN
£62
26/5Sun
1 stopDelta
3h 42mSFO-SAN
£63
30/5Thu
directAlaska Airlines
1h 40mSFO-SAN
£68
23/6Sun
directAlaska Airlines
1h 38mSFO-SAN
£72
31/5Fri
1 stopDelta
4h 31mSFO-SAN
£79
14/6Fri
directAlaska Airlines
1h 38mSFO-SAN
£95
27/5Mon
1 stopDelta
6h 13mSFO-SAN
£102
2/6Sun
1 stopFrontier
6h 05mSFO-SAN
£107
29/5Wed
2 stopsAlaska Airlines
7h 37mSFO-SAN
£130
3/6Mon
3 stops
21h 02mSFO-SAN
£247

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Last minute flights from San Francisco to San Diego

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from San Francisco to San Diego that are departing in the next 10 days.
30/4Tue
multi-stopDelta
6h 36mSFO-SAN
30/4Tue
multi-stopDelta
6h 49mSAN-SFO
£206
30/4Tue
directAlaska Airlines
1h 34mSFO-SAN
5/5Sun
directAlaska Airlines
1h 42mSAN-SFO
£247
27/4Sat
directAlaska Airlines
1h 37mSFO-SAN
27/4Sat
directAlaska Airlines
1h 42mSAN-SFO
£267
30/4Tue
multi-stopDelta
3h 55mSFO-SAN
30/4Tue
multi-stopDelta
6h 04mSAN-SFO
£287
29/4Mon
directAlaska Airlines
1h 35mSFO-SAN
29/4Mon
directAlaska Airlines
1h 37mSAN-SFO
£299
28/4Sun
directAlaska Airlines
1h 34mSFO-SAN
28/4Sun
directAlaska Airlines
1h 37mSAN-SFO
£303
27/4Sat
multi-stopUnited Airlines
3h 37mSFO-SAN
27/4Sat
directUnited Airlines
1h 41mSAN-SFO
£327
30/4Tue
multi-stopDelta
6h 36mSFO-SAN
6/5Mon
multi-stopDelta
4h 39mSAN-SFO
£335
28/4Sun
multi-stopDelta
3h 55mSFO-SAN
1/5Wed
multi-stopDelta
3h 40mSAN-SFO
£391
27/4Sat
multi-stopDelta
6h 36mSFO-SAN
30/4Tue
multi-stopDelta
3h 40mSAN-SFO
£399

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San Francisco - San Diego Flights

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San Francisco (SFO)United States

Destination:

San Diego (SAN)United States

Return flight deals:

San Diego - San Francisco

Cabin classes:

£121

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