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Find cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Diego from £42

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego departing on 4/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Los Angeles to San Diego, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Los Angeles to San Diego, as well as popular online travel agencies
In the last 7 days, travellers have searched 42,830,901 times on KAYAK, and here's why:

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Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to San Diego (LAX-SAN)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Los Angeles 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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08:55 - 09:52LAX-SAN
0h 57mdirect
18:10 - 19:12SAN-LAX
1h 02mdirect
£127Delta
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Thu, 30 May - Mon, 3 Jun
21:59 - 22:56LAX-SAN
0h 57mdirect
18:00 - 18:57SAN-LAX
0h 57mdirect
£131Delta
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Thu, 23 May - Mon, 26 Aug
21:59 - 22:56LAX-SAN
0h 57mdirect
06:15 - 07:25SAN-LAX
1h 10mdirect
£135Delta
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Wed, 22 May - Sat, 25 May
21:59 - 22:56LAX-SAN
0h 57mdirect
18:10 - 19:12SAN-LAX
1h 02mdirect
£139Delta
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Fri, 17 May - Sun, 19 May
16:50 - 17:49LAX-SAN
0h 59mdirect
20:50 - 21:54SAN-LAX
1h 04mdirect
£175United Airlines
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Fri, 1 Nov - Sat, 30 Nov
09:24 - 10:25LAX-SAN
1h 01mdirect
10:35 - 18:10SAN-LAX
7h 35m1 stop
£218United Airlines
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Thu, 30 May - Tue, 4 Jun
08:00 - 23:30LAX-SAN
15h 30m1 stop
06:15 - 18:17SAN-LAX
12h 02m1 stop
£244Alaska Airlines
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Sun, 6 Oct - Fri, 11 Oct
16:50 - 07:44LAX-SAN
14h 54m1 stop
08:24 - 12:13SAN-LAX
3h 49m1 stop
£249Alaska Airlines
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Fri, 30 Aug - Sun, 1 Sep
22:45 - 23:44LAX-SAN
0h 59mdirect
16:10 - 00:15SAN-LAX
8h 05m1 stop
£264United Airlines
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Fri, 28 Jun - Sat, 27 Jul
06:00 - 09:50LAX-SAN
3h 50m1 stop
21:10 - 16:03SAN-LAX
18h 53m1 stop
£265Alaska Airlines
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Thu, 30 May - Sun, 2 Jun

Flights from Los Angeles to San Diego - Travel Insights & Trends

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

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to San Diego?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to San Diego is August, where tickets cost £139 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are May and November, where the average cost of tickets is £190 and £190 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to San Diego, you should book around 5 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 62 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Diego?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The best deals for a one-way ticket found by KAYAK users over the last 3 days were on Spirit Airlines (£42) and Alaska Airlines (£80). The cheapest round-trip tickets were found on Delta (£127) and United Airlines (£175).

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

Each day, there are 6 direct flights that take off from Los Angeles and land in San Diego, with an average flight time of 0h 58m. The most common departure time is 16:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 42 flights and there are the same amount of flights each day 6.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Los Angeles 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 First 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 Los Angeles to San Diego take?

Direct flights take on average 0h 55m to travel the 109 miles between Los Angeles and San Diego.

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

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Los Angeles at 08:35 and will be landing in San Diego at 09:37.

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

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Los Angeles to San Diego jets off at 22:50 and lands at 23:52.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Los Angeles to San Diego

Low season

August

High season

October

Cheapest flight

£42
Best time to beat the crowds (18% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
Flight from Los Angeles to San Diego

When to book flights from Los Angeles to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to San Diego based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Los Angeles to San Diego

  • What parking options are available at Los Angeles International Airport?

    Los Angeles International Airport offers a variety of parking options to passengers at different prices, and for different lengths of stay. The most convenient, and most expensive, parking option is valet parking, while the cheapest is the Van Nuys Flyaway. The airport also offers charging facilities for electric vehicles on Levels 1 and 3 of parking lots 1 and 6, Levels 3 and 4 of parking lot 5, and Level 1 of the Economy Garage.

  • How do I get from San Diego International Airport to downtown San Diego?

    San Diego International Airport is located less than 2.5 miles northwest of San Diego City and can be accessed via either private or public transportation. The cheapest way to get from the airport to downtown San Diego is by taking the line 992 bus, which will take less than 20min to get to the city. You can catch the bus at the Lindbergh Field & Terminal 1 Station, and the bus arrives at Broadway & State Station.

  • Is Los Angeles International Airport pet friendly?

    When departing from Los Angeles International Airport with your furry friend, you are required to always have them on a leash or in a carrier, except for when they are in a relief station. The airport provides 11 pet relief stations located in various terminals throughout the premises, eight of which are indoor and three outdoor stations.

  • What accessibility facilities are offered at San Diego International Airport?

    San Diego International Airport provides wheelchair services for passengers with impaired mobility upon request. The airport also has Airport Traffic Officers, Harbor Police Officers, and Volunteer Airport Ambassadors located throughout the airport to assist passengers with any special needs. The available accessibility features include accessible restrooms, courtesy carts, visual paging monitors, and TDD telephones.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to San Diego?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego was £53 for a one-way ticket and £159 for a return.

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

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

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

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Los Angeles to San Diego flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Los Angeles to San Diego?

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

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

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

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to San Diego.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Diego from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles with another airline.

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

  • When planning a trip out of Los Angeles International (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN), you are advised to arrive at the airport at least 2h before your time of departure to avoid any inconveniences from screening and boarding delays.
  • If you lose any of your items while at Los Angeles International Airport, you will be required to fill online claim form where you give a description of the item and specify the location where you lost it.
  • Los Angeles International Airport provides nursing rooms where nursing mothers can breastfeed or pump privately. They are located at Terminals 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and the Tom Bradley International Terminal.
  • If you need to relax or get some work done on arrival at the San Diego International Airport, make use of the four lounges available in Terminal 2 of the airport. Three lounges are located inside security, while the Neil Ash USO Center is the only lounge located outside security.
  • Traveling with children from Los Angeles International Airport is a great experience as the airport provides a beach-themed play area inside the Tom Bradley International Terminal. Children from the ages of 2-11 can immerse themselves in the experience that features multiple sculpted foam pieces resembling dolphins, beach toys, and waves.
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Prefer to fly direct from Los Angeles to San Diego?

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

Direct departures

Los Angeles to San Diego

Monday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +18 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +19 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +19 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +20 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air France, +18 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +19 more

Thursday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +19 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +20 more

Friday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +19 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +20 more

Saturday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air France, +17 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +18 more

Sunday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +19 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +20 more

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Direct returns

San Diego to Los Angeles

Monday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +18 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +19 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +18 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +19 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air France, +18 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +19 more

Thursday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +18 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +19 more

Friday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +18 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +19 more

Saturday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +20 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +21 more

Sunday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +19 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +20 more

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Cheapest flights to San Diego from Los Angeles found in 2024

Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Los Angeles to San Diego found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
4/6Tue
2 stopsSpirit Airlines
16h 53mLAX-SAN
£42
4/6Tue
3 stopsSpirit Airlines
14h 53mLAX-SAN
£60
4/6Tue
1 stopAlaska Airlines
18h 19mLAX-SAN
£80
5/10Sat
1 stopAlaska Airlines
10h 06mLAX-SAN
£104
4/6Tue
directDelta
0h 50mLAX-SAN
£155
12/5Sun
2 stops
25h 44mLAX-SAN
£174
20/5Mon
directDelta
0h 57mLAX-SAN
£207
3/6Mon
1 stopUnited Airlines
19h 05mLAX-SAN
£231
12/5Sun
3 stops
25h 24mLAX-SAN
£282
3/6Mon
1 stopUnited Airlines
17h 17mLAX-SAN
£395

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Last minute flights from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to San Diego that are departing in the next 10 days.
11/5Sat
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
4h 30mLAX-SAN
14/5Tue
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
14h 06mSAN-LAX
£122
11/5Sat
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
3h 21mLAX-SAN
14/5Tue
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
14h 06mSAN-LAX
£137
11/5Sat
directDelta
0h 57mLAX-SAN
14/5Tue
directDelta
1h 05mSAN-LAX
£143
11/5Sat
directDelta
0h 57mLAX-SAN
14/5Tue
directDelta
1h 02mSAN-LAX
£175
10/5Fri
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
7h 53mLAX-SAN
14/5Tue
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
10h 39mSAN-LAX
£199
9/5Thu
directDelta
0h 57mLAX-SAN
19/5Sun
directDelta
1h 05mSAN-LAX
£206
10/5Fri
directDelta
0h 57mLAX-SAN
12/5Sun
directDelta
1h 10mSAN-LAX
£270
8/5Wed
directDelta
0h 57mLAX-SAN
12/5Sun
directDelta
1h 05mSAN-LAX
£326
8/5Wed
directDelta
0h 50mLAX-SAN
10/5Fri
directDelta
1h 10mSAN-LAX
£398
8/5Wed
directDelta
0h 57mLAX-SAN
10/5Fri
multi-stopDelta
5h 11mSAN-LAX
£758

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Los Angeles - San Diego Flights

Departure:

Los Angeles (LAX)United States

Destination:

San Diego (SAN)United States

Cabin classes:

£421
£138

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Compare transportation modes for Los Angeles to San Diego

Average priceAverage duration
Flights0h 50m
Trains£562h 40m
Buses£594h 11m