How to find cheap flights from San Diego
Rs6,285 is the best price right now for a one-way flight from San Diego. It departs from San Diego International.
Return fares start at Rs12,695.
Out of all the cities you can fly to from San Diego, Phoenix Sky Harbor is the cheapest.
Skip the hassle of tracking fares yourself by setting up a Price Alert for the flights you're interested in. You'll get an email or a push notification on the app when prices drop.
Get the timing right when booking your plane tickets from San Diego. For domestic routes, try to secure your seats one to three months before departure, while international trips are often best booked two to six months in advance.
Potentially find lower fares by choosing 'Add nearby airports' at the start of your search. This widens your results to include nearby airports at your destination.
Alternatively, let the lowest fares decide where you jet off to next. Select 'Explore everywhere' from San Diego to find out how far your budget can take you.
Flying from San Diego: what you need to know
All departures from San Diego use the local UTC-8 time zone.
Leading airlines flying from San Diego are listed below, each with one example of an airport they operate from:
Alaska Airlines: San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Southwest Airlines: San Diego International Airport (SAN)
United: San Diego International Airport (SAN)
If your trip involves international travel, check whether you'll need a visa or other documentation before you go. Your local embassy, airline or travel agent should have the latest information on entry rules.
Best time to fly from San Diego
Flights departing from San Diego are usually most affordable in July.
June is generally the busiest month to travel. Peak periods like this can mean increased fares.
More affordable tickets are available in November, which is the quietest time to fly out of the city.
Consider catching a flight from San Diego departing Tuesday or Wednesday. Midweek is usually a more affordable time to travel compared to weekends.
Where to fly to from San Diego
Discover cities including Vancouver, San Jose del Cabo and London. They're among the most popular international destinations to fly to from San Diego.
San Francisco, Phoenix and Denver are top picks if you'd rather discover more of your own backyard.
Thinking bigger than a city break? Canada, Mexico and the United Kingdom are some of the most visited countries for travellers flying from San Diego.
Taking roughly 55 minutes, the shortest flight out of San Diego will bring you to Santa Barbara.
Leaving from San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The majority of flights from San Diego take off from San Diego International Airport. SAN is around 3 kilometres from the city centre.
If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. The ride on public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
Popular airlines flying from San Diego International Airport include:
Prefer to start your trip on a more relaxed note? Stay near SAN. Whether you're catching an early flight or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels can make departure day that bit smoother:
Flying out of McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
When searching for flight tickets from San Diego, consider leaving from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). You might find better prices or more flight options. It's around 48 kilometres from the city centre.
It takes 35 minutes or so to reach the airport if you're driving from the centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get up and away with any of these airlines offering flights from CLD:
If you'd prefer to be close to your departure gate before your flight from San Diego, these hotels near McClellan-Palomar Airport have you covered for the night: