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Cheap flights from San Francisco to San Diego from $59

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Southwest Logo
10:35 - 12:10SFO-SAN
1h 35mdirect
Southwest Logo
20:55 - 22:35SAN-SFO
1h 40mdirect
$116Southwest
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Mon, 13 Oct - Mon, 20 Oct
Southwest Logo
05:30 - 10:25SFO-SAN
4h 55m1 stop
Southwest Logo
07:05 - 08:50SAN-SFO
1h 45mdirect
$119Southwest
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Wed, 22 Oct - Fri, 24 Oct
Southwest Logo
07:00 - 12:40SFO-SAN
5h 40m1 stop
Southwest Logo
20:55 - 22:35SAN-SFO
1h 40mdirect
$123Southwest
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Sat, 18 Oct - Mon, 20 Oct
Southwest Logo
07:25 - 08:55SFO-SAN
1h 30mdirect
Southwest Logo
13:45 - 15:25SAN-SFO
1h 40mdirect
$126Southwest
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Wed, 1 Oct - Tue, 7 Oct
United Airlines Logo
06:15 - 07:56SFO-SAN
1h 41mdirect
United Airlines Logo
20:08 - 21:48SAN-SFO
1h 40mdirect
$141United Airlines
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Thu, 9 Oct - Tue, 14 Oct
United Airlines Logo
14:20 - 15:59SFO-SAN
1h 39mdirect
United Airlines Logo
18:00 - 19:40SAN-SFO
1h 40mdirect
$144United Airlines
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Sat, 11 Oct - Sat, 11 Oct
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07:10 - 08:52SFO-SAN
1h 42mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
19:59 - 21:43SAN-SFO
1h 44mdirect
$152Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 30 Sep - Wed, 1 Oct
Alaska Airlines Logo
06:00 - 07:41SFO-SAN
1h 41mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
22:18 - 23:59SAN-SFO
1h 41mdirect
$164Alaska Airlines
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Sat, 27 Sep - Wed, 1 Oct
Frontier Logo
09:39 - 11:27SFO-SAN
1h 48mdirect
Frontier Logo
10:52 - 17:20SAN-SFO
6h 28m1 stop
$195Frontier
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Thu, 9 Oct - Sun, 12 Oct
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
07:10 - 08:52SFO-SAN
1h 42mdirect
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
11:28 - 13:12SAN-SFO
1h 44mdirect
$206Hawaiian Airlines
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Wed, 24 Sep - Thu, 25 Sep

Southwest flights from San Francisco to San Diego

Our best Southwest deals on San Francisco to San Diego flight tickets
Southwest
13 Oct
SFO10:35San Francisco
1h 35m
SAN12:10San Diego
20 Oct
SAN20:55San Diego
1h 40m
SFO22:35San Francisco
$116
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Southwest
22 Oct
SFO05:30San Francisco
4h 55m
1 stop
SAN10:25San Diego
24 Oct
SAN07:05San Diego
1h 45m
SFO08:50San Francisco
$119
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Southwest
18 Oct
SFO07:00San Francisco
5h 40m
1 stop
SAN12:40San Diego
20 Oct
SAN20:55San Diego
1h 40m
SFO22:35San Francisco
$123
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United Airlines flights from San Francisco to San Diego

Our best United Airlines deals on San Francisco to San Diego flight tickets
United Airlines
9 Oct
SFO06:15San Francisco
1h 41m
SAN07:56San Diego
14 Oct
SAN20:08San Diego
1h 40m
SFO21:48San Francisco
$141
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United Airlines
11 Oct
SFO14:20San Francisco
1h 39m
SAN15:59San Diego
11 Oct
SAN18:00San Diego
1h 40m
SFO19:40San Francisco
$144
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United Airlines
28 Sept
SFO06:15San Francisco
1h 41m
SAN07:56San Diego
7 Oct
SAN19:28San Diego
1h 40m
SFO21:08San Francisco
$146
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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 14 September 2025.
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SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Mon 13/10

10:35-12:10

Nonstop1h 35m

San Diego

Mon 20/10

20:55-22:35

Nonstop1h 40m

$116

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Wed 22/10

05:30-10:25

1 stop4h 55m

San Diego

Fri 24/10

07:05-08:50

Nonstop1h 45m

$119

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Sat 18/10

07:00-12:40

1 stop5h 40m

San Diego

Mon 20/10

20:55-22:35

Nonstop1h 40m

$123

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Wed 1/10

07:25-08:55

Nonstop1h 30m

San Diego

Tue 7/10

13:45-15:25

Nonstop1h 40m

$126

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Thu 9/10

06:15-07:56

Nonstop1h 41m

San Diego

Tue 14/10

20:08-21:48

Nonstop1h 40m

$141

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Sat 11/10

14:20-15:59

Nonstop1h 39m

San Diego

Sat 11/10

18:00-19:40

Nonstop1h 40m

$144

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Tue 30/9

07:10-08:52

Nonstop1h 42m

San Diego

Wed 1/10

19:59-21:43

Nonstop1h 44m

$152

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Sat 27/9

06:00-07:41

Nonstop1h 41m

San Diego

Wed 1/10

22:18-23:59

Nonstop1h 41m

$164

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Thu 9/10

09:39-11:27

Nonstop1h 48m

San Diego

Sun 12/10

10:52-17:20

1 stop6h 28m

$195

San FranciscoSan Diego

SFO - SAN

SFOSAN

San Francisco

Wed 24/9

07:10-08:52

Nonstop1h 42m

San Diego

Thu 25/9

11:28-13:12

Nonstop1h 44m

$206

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to San Diego from San Francisco, with most prices found around $162. If you’re not able to fly to San Diego in January, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from San Francisco to San Diego during February average around $186.

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 Friday. momondo users have found tickets for Friday departures for as low as $161. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. On the other hand, Wednesday 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 $446.

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 $161. Try not to purchase tickets at midday 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 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 $212 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 $161 on momondo.

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

There are 2 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 September 2025, prices for San Francisco to San Diego flights are approximately 32% cheaper 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 30m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Diego

1 airport
The fastest flight from San Francisco to San Diego takes 1h 30m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to San Diego every day.
There is 1 airport near San Diego: San Diego (SAN)
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  • How far is San Francisco to San Diego by plane?

    San Diego is 738.2 km away from San Francisco. By plane, this route typically takes 1h 30m.

  • 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.

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  • 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?

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Best airlines flying from San Francisco to San Diego

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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $118Free cancellationRating
8.0
10,000 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 $79. Generally, Alaska Airlines has 41 flights on this route every week with an average price of $214. Alaska Airlines is rated 8.0/10 by our users.

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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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