Cheap flights from San Francisco to San Diego from $82

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Southwest Logo
07:40 - 09:15
SFO
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SAN
1h 35mdirect
Southwest Logo
07:15 - 11:50
SAN
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SFO
4h 35m
1 stop
$153Southwest
Wed, 27 May - Sat, 30 May
Alaska Airlines Logo
17:15 - 19:02
SFO
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SAN
1h 47mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
21:29 - 23:14
SAN
-
SFO
1h 45mdirect
$156Alaska Airlines
Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 10 Sep
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06:16 - 07:58
SFO
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SAN
1h 42mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
20:35 - 22:23
SAN
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SFO
1h 48mdirect
$163Alaska Airlines
Tue, 2 Jun - Sat, 6 Jun
Southwest Logo
15:55 - 17:30
SFO
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SAN
1h 35mdirect
Southwest Logo
20:20 - 22:05
SAN
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SFO
1h 45mdirect
$166Southwest
Wed, 20 May - Wed, 27 May
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07:40 - 09:15
SFO
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SAN
1h 35mdirect
Southwest Logo
17:45 - 23:15
SAN
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SFO
5h 30m
1 stop
$167Southwest
Wed, 27 May - Wed, 10 Jun
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05:50 - 07:25
SFO
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SAN
1h 35mdirect
Southwest Logo
20:30 - 22:05
SAN
-
SFO
1h 35mdirect
$171Southwest
Wed, 9 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
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07:40 - 09:15
SFO
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SAN
1h 35mdirect
Southwest Logo
06:30 - 14:15
SAN
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SFO
7h 45m
2 stops
$174Southwest
Wed, 27 May - Wed, 10 Jun
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08:15 - 09:59
SFO
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SAN
1h 44mdirect
United Airlines Logo
18:27 - 20:07
SAN
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SFO
1h 40mdirect
$175United Airlines
Sat, 30 May - Sat, 30 May
Southwest Logo
07:40 - 09:15
SFO
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SAN
1h 35mdirect
Southwest Logo
18:30 - 23:15
SAN
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SFO
4h 45m
1 stop
$177Southwest
Wed, 27 May - Wed, 3 Jun
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22:27 - 00:15
SFO
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SAN
1h 48mdirect
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10:04 - 11:43
SAN
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SFO
25h 39m
1 stop
$180Frontier
Tue, 9 Jun - Tue, 16 Jun

Alaska Airlines flights from San Francisco to San Diego

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on San Francisco to San Diego flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
10 Sept
SFO17:15San Francisco
1h 47m
SAN19:02San Diego
10 Sept
SAN21:29San Diego
1h 45m
SFO23:14San Francisco
$156
Alaska Airlines
2 June
SFO06:16San Francisco
1h 42m
SAN07:58San Diego
6 June
SAN20:35San Diego
1h 48m
SFO22:23San Francisco
$163
Alaska Airlines
16 June
SFO07:25San Francisco
5h 04m
1 stop
SAN12:29San Diego
16 June
SAN21:27San Diego
1h 41m
SFO23:08San Francisco
$253

United Airlines flights from San Francisco to San Diego

Our best United Airlines deals on San Francisco to San Diego flight tickets
United Airlines
30 May
SFO08:15San Francisco
1h 44m
SAN09:59San Diego
30 May
SAN18:27San Diego
1h 40m
SFO20:07San Francisco
$175
United Airlines
30 May
SFO06:00San Francisco
4h 08m
1 stop
SAN10:08San Diego
30 May
SAN18:27San Diego
1h 40m
SFO20:07San Francisco
$217
United Airlines
16 May
SFO16:15San Francisco
3h 47m
1 stop
SAN20:02San Diego
19 May
SAN06:20San Diego
4h 28m
1 stop
SFO10:48San Francisco
$233

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Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to San Diego that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 27 April 2026.
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San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Wed 27/5

07:40-09:15

Nonstop1h 35m

San Diego

Sat 30/5

07:15-11:50

1 stop4h 35m

$153

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Thu 10/9

17:15-19:02

Nonstop1h 47m

San Diego

Thu 10/9

21:29-23:14

Nonstop1h 45m

$156

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Tue 2/6

06:16-07:58

Nonstop1h 42m

San Diego

Sat 6/6

20:35-22:23

Nonstop1h 48m

$163

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Wed 20/5

15:55-17:30

Nonstop1h 35m

San Diego

Wed 27/5

20:20-22:05

Nonstop1h 45m

$166

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Wed 27/5

07:40-09:15

Nonstop1h 35m

San Diego

Wed 10/6

17:45-23:15

1 stop5h 30m

$167
Fastest return journey

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Wed 9/9

05:50-07:25

Nonstop1h 35m

San Diego

Mon 14/9

20:30-22:05

Nonstop1h 35m

$171

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Wed 27/5

07:40-09:15

Nonstop1h 35m

San Diego

Wed 10/6

06:30-14:15

2 stops7h 45m

$174

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Sat 30/5

08:15-09:59

Nonstop1h 44m

San Diego

Sat 30/5

18:27-20:07

Nonstop1h 40m

$175

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Wed 27/5

07:40-09:15

Nonstop1h 35m

San Diego

Wed 3/6

18:30-23:15

1 stop4h 45m

$177

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Tue 9/6

22:27-00:15

Nonstop1h 48m

San Diego

Tue 16/6

10:04-11:43

1 stop25h 39m

$180

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and San Diego?

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

The month of July is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to San Diego from San Francisco, with most prices found around $189. If you’re not able to fly to San Diego in July, then June is your next best option. Flight prices from San Francisco to San Diego during June average around $210.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to San Diego from San Francisco is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $155. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to depart from San Francisco because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $298.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

Our data shows that the cheapest San Francisco to San Diego flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to San Diego in the morning for as low as $149. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $322. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to San Diego flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Diego from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around $272 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Diego from San Francisco for as low as $177 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to San Diego flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to San Diego flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have San Francisco to San Diego flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2026, prices for San Francisco to San Diego flights are approximately 58% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to San Diego

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to San Diego according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap San Francisco to San Diego (SFO to SAN) flight deals and tips

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

Fastest flight time

1h 42m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Diego

1 airport
The fastest flight from San Francisco to San Diego takes 1h 42m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to San Diego every day.
There is 1 airport in San Diego. From San Francisco there are direct flights to San Diego (SAN).

Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to San Diego

  • How far is San Francisco to San Diego by plane?

    San Diego is 736.7 km away from San Francisco. By plane, this route typically takes 1h 42m.

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

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

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

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to San Diego Airport.

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your San Diego Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from San Francisco to San Diego?

  • What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to San Diego?

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to San Diego

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Rating
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $149Free cancellationRating
7.9
12,309 reviews
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  • Alaska Airlines Flights From San Francisco to San Diego

    The lowest priced Alaska Airlines flight from San Francisco to San Diego from the last 72 hours was $149. Generally, Alaska Airlines has 39 flights on this route every week with an average price of $298. Alaska Airlines is rated 7.9/10 by our users.

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Finding the right flight to San Diego from San Francisco is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to San Diego quick and easy, saving you time and money.

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

Flights from San Francisco to San Diego with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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

momondo helps you find the best flight between San Francisco and San Diego by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

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