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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Diego from $169

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego departing on 30/4. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Easily compare return flights from Los Angeles to San Diego

Below you can see the best fares for your return flight route over the next six months. All fares were found on momondo this week. Browse the quickest and cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Diego by changing tabs
Spirit Airlines
30 Apr
LAX07:10Los Angeles
4h 45m
1 stop
SAN11:55San Diego
1 May
SAN11:37San Diego
9h 18m
1 stop
LAX20:55Los Angeles
Delta
20 May
LAX21:59Los Angeles
0h 57m
SAN22:56San Diego
27 May
SAN18:10San Diego
1h 02m
LAX19:12Los Angeles
Spirit Airlines
30 Apr
LAX09:20Los Angeles
14h 28m
1 stop
SAN23:48San Diego
1 May
SAN11:37San Diego
3h 36m
1 stop
LAX15:13Los Angeles
Alaska Airlines
9 Aug
LAX17:26Los Angeles
14h 12m
1 stop
SAN07:38San Diego
12 Aug
SAN20:55San Diego
13h 21m
1 stop
LAX10:16Los Angeles
Delta
5 May
LAX16:30Los Angeles
0h 52m
SAN17:22San Diego
12 May
SAN06:15San Diego
1h 10m
LAX07:25Los Angeles
United Airlines
28 June
LAX09:00Los Angeles
1h 01m
SAN10:01San Diego
27 July
SAN16:10San Diego
8h 05m
1 stop
LAX00:15Los Angeles

Find the cheapest one-way flights from Los Angeles to San Diego

If you're looking for one-way flights from Los Angeles to San Diego, view some of our deals below provided by Alaska Airlines and Delta
Alaska Airlines
30 July
LAX21:59Los Angeles
12h 42m
2 stops
SAN10:41San Diego
Delta
9 May
LAX16:39Los Angeles
0h 50m
SAN17:29San Diego
Alaska Airlines
30 July
LAX17:26Los Angeles
17h 15m
1 stop
SAN10:41San Diego

Search last-minute flights to San Diego from Los Angeles

Find and compare return flight prices for your last-minute flight from Los Angeles to San Diego
Delta
24 Apr
LAX21:59Los Angeles
1h 02m
SAN23:01San Diego
1 May
SAN06:20San Diego
1h 10m
LAX07:30Los Angeles
Delta
25 Apr
LAX21:59Los Angeles
1h 02m
SAN23:01San Diego
29 Apr
SAN18:05San Diego
1h 02m
LAX19:07Los Angeles
Delta
24 Apr
LAX21:59Los Angeles
1h 02m
SAN23:01San Diego
27 Apr
SAN18:05San Diego
1h 02m
LAX19:07Los Angeles
United Airlines
28 Apr
LAX08:10Los Angeles
10h 05m
1 stop
SAN18:15San Diego
1 May
SAN06:20San Diego
1h 00m
LAX07:20Los Angeles
Delta
28 Apr
LAX16:30Los Angeles
0h 53m
SAN17:23San Diego
1 May
SAN06:20San Diego
1h 10m
LAX07:30Los Angeles
Delta
24 Apr
LAX21:59Los Angeles
1h 02m
SAN23:01San Diego
25 Apr
SAN06:20San Diego
1h 10m
LAX07:30Los Angeles

Best airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Diego

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Airline
Rating
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Price
DeltaPriceFrom $210Free cancellationRating
8.0
11,094 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $301Free cancellationRating
7.4
11,333 reviews
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  • Delta Flights From Los Angeles to San Diego

    Delta flight deals from Los Angeles to San Diego start from $135 round-trip. Over the 6 Delta flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $153 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

  • United Airlines Flights From Los Angeles to San Diego

    Across 11,333 United Airlines reviews on momondo, the average score is 7.4/10. United Airlines flies from Los Angeles to San Diego about 12 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from $194 to $244. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.


Spirit Airlines flights from Los Angeles to San Diego

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Los Angeles to San Diego flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
30 Apr
LAX07:10Los Angeles
4h 45m
1 stop
SAN11:55San Diego
1 May
SAN11:37San Diego
9h 18m
1 stop
LAX20:55Los Angeles
Spirit Airlines
30 Apr
LAX09:20Los Angeles
14h 28m
1 stop
SAN23:48San Diego
1 May
SAN11:37San Diego
3h 36m
1 stop
LAX15:13Los Angeles

United Airlines flights from Los Angeles to San Diego

Our best United Airlines deals on Los Angeles to San Diego flight tickets
United Airlines
28 June
LAX09:00Los Angeles
1h 01m
SAN10:01San Diego
27 July
SAN16:10San Diego
8h 05m
1 stop
LAX00:15Los Angeles
United Airlines
9 Aug
LAX09:17Los Angeles
1h 01m
SAN10:18San Diego
12 Aug
SAN16:10San Diego
8h 05m
1 stop
LAX00:15Los Angeles
United Airlines
5 May
LAX06:00Los Angeles
8h 57m
1 stop
SAN14:57San Diego
12 May
SAN20:47San Diego
1h 03m
LAX21:50Los Angeles

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Los Angeles to San Diego

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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

July. The cheapest time of year to fly to San Diego from Los Angeles is July. The most expensive is June.

What is the cheapest day to depart Los Angeles for San Diego?

Saturday. The cheapest day of the week is usually Saturday. The most expensive is usually Monday.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to San Diego?

In the evening. Los Angeles to San Diego flights are approximately 11% more expensive in the afternoon than in the evening

What is the cheapest airline that flies to San Diego from Los Angeles?

Delta. Delta and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to San Diego

What is the cheapest Los Angeles to San Diego flight route?

Los Angeles - San Diego. Fly from Los Angeles to San Diego for the best Los Angeles - San Diego flight prices

How far in advance should you book Los Angeles to San Diego flights?

21 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego is approximately 21 days to departure

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to San Diego on average per day?

As of April 2024, 22 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in San Diego each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 15:00, with 52% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to San Diego on average per week?

As of April 2024, there are 159 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to San Diego. The most common day of the week flights depart is Monday, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

Can stopping save me money on Los Angeles to San Diego flights?

You could potentially save up to 31% on your flight if you consider stops on a Los Angeles to San Diego flight.

Cheap Los Angeles to San Diego (LAX to SAN) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Los Angeles to San Diego

Best price found

$177

Fastest flight time

0h 50m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sat

Airports in San Diego

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Diego from Los Angeles in the past 72 hours is $177. The best return flight deal from Los Angeles to San Diego found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $169.
The fastest flight from Los Angeles to San Diego takes 0h 50m
Direct flights go from Los Angeles to San Diego on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Airlines offering direct flights are: United Airlines and Delta..
There is 1 airport near San Diego: San Diego (SAN)

  • Is flying the fastest way to get from Los Angeles to San Diego?

    Based on just travel duration our users have found a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego to be the fastest option to their destination at just 0h 50m. If travel time is less of a concern you may want to look into booking some alternative forms of transportation like a train from Los Angeles to San Diego or a bus from Los Angeles to San Diego.

  • Is flying the cheapest way to get from Los Angeles to San Diego?

    Taking a bus to your destination is the cheapest option we’ve found in the past few days. The cheapest price we’ve found for this option is $64, making it less expensive than a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego and cheaper than a train from Los Angeles to San Diego.

  • How far is Los Angeles to San Diego by plane?

    The distance between Los Angeles and San Diego is about 183.4 km. Typically, this will take 0h 50m by plane in normal conditions.

  • What is the carbon footprint of flying from Los Angeles to San Diego?

    The carbon footprint of flying from Los Angeles to San Diego is 95kg, on average. You can sort momondo flight search results by CO2. In comparison, the carbon footprint to travel by train for this trip is 12kg. Emissions for travelling this route by bus are generally around 8kg.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San Diego Airport?

    Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San Diego Airport are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San Diego Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to San Diego Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to San Diego Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your San Diego Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Diego Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Los Angeles to San Diego?

momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight from Los Angeles to San Diego. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.

Can I find flights from Los Angeles to San Diego with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to San Diego from Los Angeles with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights from Los Angeles to San Diego?

Once you have performed a search for Los Angeles to San Diego flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Price alerts on flights to San Diego from Los Angeles are quick and easy to set up on momondo. Simply perform a search and select the price alert feature. It is as simple as that.


Choose the best way to get from Los Angeles to San Diego

Buses

2h 30m
$31 one-way$64 return
Direct · from $641 stop · from $39

Distance to city centre

OL76.0 km
8kg CO2

91% less than flights

Find Buses

Los Angeles to San Diego Buses

Trains

2h 38m
$54 one-way$109 return
Direct · from $109

Distance to city centre

OL76.0 km
13kg CO2

86% less than flights

Find Trains

Los Angeles to San Diego Trains

Flights

0h 50m
$177 one-way$169 return
Direct · from $2471 stop · from $177

Distance to city centre

SAN4.2 km

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