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Flight deals from Paine Field to San Diego

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Paine Field Airport to San Diego? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs70,379. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Diego.Rs36,499 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Paine Field on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs36,499, select.
San Diego.Rs42,875 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Paine Field on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs42,875, select.
San Diego.Rs44,871 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Paine Field on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs44,871, select.
San Diego.Rs65,854 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Paine Field on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs65,854, select.
San Diego.Rs100,817 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Paine Field on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs100,817, select.
San Diego.Rs119,527 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Nov.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Paine Field on Sat, 21 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs119,527, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Paine Field to San Diego

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Paine Field to San Diego flights are currently cheapest in August.
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Direct flights from Paine Field to San Diego

Alternative Paine Field to San Diego routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Paine Field to San Diego? You could fly into the following airports instead.

San Diego International

4km from central San Diego
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from Rs36,499
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McClellan-Palomar

48km from central San Diego
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Seattle to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs36,499
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
Average flights per week21

Finding cheap flights from Paine Field to San Diego: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in San Diego: San Diego International and McClellan-Palomar.
The best price we found for a return flight from Paine Field to San Diego is Rs66,671. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from Paine Field to San Diego.
Alaska Airlines, Horizon Air and American Airlines fly direct from Paine Field to San Diego.
As of August 2026, there are 21 flights per week flying from Paine Field to San Diego.
The cheapest month to fly from Paine Field to San Diego is usually November.
If you're flying from Paine Field Airport, the cheapest airport near San Diego is San Diego International – which is 4.1 km away from the centre of San Diego. We've found flights into this airport from Rs66,671.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Paine Field Airport to San Diego on Thursday, 12 November 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 55 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Diego but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In August, the average temperature is usually around 23°C. August is typically the warmest month in San Diego, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 10°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, Alaska Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego.

Flying from Snohomish County Airport (PAE) to San Diego: what you need to know

  • Expect to be travelling for 3 hours. That's the average time for a direct flight from Snohomish County Airport to San Diego.

  • San Diego's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Seattle (the location of Snohomish County Airport).

  • With seven weekly flights between the two airports, Snohomish County Airport (PAE) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the most popular route. Catch Alaska Airlines's 07:00 flight to get your trip from PAE to SAN underway.

  • To avoid rushing for your PAE to San Diego flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Heading off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct Snohomish County Airport to San Diego ticket. Start your journey at PAE and arrive at San Diego International Airport (SAN).

  • Keep an eye out for promotions from Alaska Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Snohomish County Airport to San Diego.

  • Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Seattle, PAE can be reached in about 15 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Snohomish County Airport to San Diego? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near PAE:

  • Snohomish County Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 80.0% of flights that depart PAE reach their destination without delay.

How to find the cheapest flights from Snohomish County Airport (PAE) to San Diego

  • Rs36,499 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Snohomish County Airport to San Diego flight. A return flight ticket right now is Rs66,671. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Book two months before you travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from PAE to San Diego.

  • June is the best month for nabbing an amazing deal on Snohomish County Airport to San Diego tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from PAE to San Diego is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you when a better deal is available.

  • Find a cheap flight from Snohomish County Airport to San Diego with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • The distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego is roughly 5 kilometres. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Snohomish County Airport to San Diego. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SAN instead:

  • Grab a San Diego International Airport rental car and explore San Diego and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Budget are popular outlets you can book with here.

  • Booking your vehicle from San Diego International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from PAE to San Diego can help you get the best possible rate.

  • The address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • After your flight from Snohomish County Airport to San Diego has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central San Diego is roughly 56 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD).

  • Public transport will get you there in around 2 hours 15 minutes.

  • After stepping off your PAE to San Diego flight, settle in at a hotel close to CLD. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:

  • The quickest way to reach your destination is with a McClellan-Palomar Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Hertz or Avis and set off in the blink of an eye.

  • Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just what's available, by booking your ride from CLD ahead of time. You can also avoid last-minute price surges, especially when demand is high.

Best time to go to San Diego

  • Before booking your flights from Snohomish County Airport to San Diego, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in San Diego offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.

  • The warmest month in San Diego is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Snohomish County Airport to San Diego flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • February has average temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from PAE to San Diego around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about San Diego

  • Start your San Diego trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Snohomish County Airport to San Diego, check out our selection of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. USS Midway Museum, San Diego Zoo and SeaWorld San Diego are leading attractions which should feature on any good San Diego itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • San Diego has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. Around 177 kilometres north-west of San Diego, a visit to Los Angeles will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.

  • Around 483 kilometres east of San Diego, Phoenix is another essential stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.

Plan the rest of your trip from Seattle to San Diego

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