Cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Diego from $137
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SAN
10 Feb — 17 Feb1
Return
1 adult
Economy
The best prices from Los Angeles to San Diego are usually found in January or April, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday
Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to San Diego
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Diego (SAN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 5 February 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 February 2025.
Fri 7/305:45LAX - SAN
1 stop4h 04mSpirit Airlines
Thu 13/308:25SAN - LAX
1 stop3h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/2$137
Wed 23/713:55LAX - SAN
Nonstop0h 56mDelta
Sat 9/818:40SAN - LAX
Nonstop1h 01mDelta
Deal found 4/2$286
Wed 5/311:13LAX - SAN
2 stops7h 56mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/306:15SAN - LAX
1 stop10h 21mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/2$371
Thu 27/209:17LAX - SAN
Nonstop0h 58mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/320:49SAN - LAX
Nonstop1h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/2$381
Mon 24/223:00LAX - SAN
Nonstop0h 58mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/208:00SAN - LAX
1 stop4h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$659
Thu 17/421:30LAX - SAN
1 stop12h 41mJetBlue
Mon 12/520:30SAN - LAX
1 stop12h 39mJetBlue
Deal found 4/2$726
Best flights from Los Angeles to San Diego
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Los Angeles to San Diego that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 5 February 2025.
Fri 7/305:45LAX - SAN
1 stop4h 04mSpirit Airlines
Thu 13/308:25SAN - LAX
1 stop3h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/2$137
Wed 23/713:55LAX - SAN
Nonstop0h 56mDelta
Sat 9/818:40SAN - LAX
Nonstop1h 01mDelta
Deal found 4/2$286
Wed 5/311:13LAX - SAN
2 stops7h 56mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/306:15SAN - LAX
1 stop10h 21mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/2$371
Thu 27/209:17LAX - SAN
Nonstop0h 58mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/320:49SAN - LAX
Nonstop1h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/2$381
Mon 24/223:00LAX - SAN
Nonstop0h 58mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/208:00SAN - LAX
1 stop4h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$659
Thu 17/421:30LAX - SAN
1 stop12h 41mJetBlue
Mon 12/520:30SAN - LAX
1 stop12h 39mJetBlue
Deal found 4/2$726
Direct flights from Los Angeles to San Diego
Explore direct flight options from Los Angeles to San Diego based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 5 February 2025.
Wed 23/713:55LAX - SAN
Nonstop0h 56mDelta
Sat 9/818:40SAN - LAX
Nonstop1h 01mDelta
Deal found 4/2$286
Thu 27/209:17LAX - SAN
Nonstop0h 58mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/320:49SAN - LAX
Nonstop1h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/2$381
Last-minute flights from Los Angeles to San Diego
Discover last-minute flight deals from Los Angeles to San Diego. Data last updated 5 February 2025 and is based on user searches.
Tue 11/222:55LAX - SAN
Nonstop1h 03mUnited Airlines
Tue 18/206:15SAN - LAX
Nonstop1h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/2$408
Tue 11/221:55LAX - SAN
Nonstop0h 56mDelta
Fri 14/206:30SAN - LAX
Nonstop1h 11mDelta
Deal found 4/2$959
Thu 13/218:55LAX - SAN
Nonstop0h 58mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/217:07SAN - LAX
1 stop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$935
Fri 14/221:59LAX - SAN
1 stop10h 21mAlaska Airlines
Mon 17/220:59SAN - LAX
2 stops17h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/2$675
Mon 24/223:00LAX - SAN
Nonstop0h 58mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/208:00SAN - LAX
1 stop4h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$659
Thu 27/209:17LAX - SAN
Nonstop0h 58mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/320:49SAN - LAX
Nonstop1h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/2$381
Thu 27/207:00LAX - SAN
1 stop13h 27mJetBlue
Sun 2/321:37SAN - LAX
1 stop12h 45mJetBlue
Deal found 4/2$835
Wed 5/316:00LAX - SAN
Nonstop1h 01mDelta
Mon 10/310:55SAN - LAX
Nonstop1h 12mDelta
Deal found 5/2$288
Wed 5/311:13LAX - SAN
2 stops7h 56mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/306:15SAN - LAX
1 stop10h 21mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/2$371
Fri 7/305:45LAX - SAN
1 stop4h 04mSpirit Airlines
Thu 13/308:25SAN - LAX
1 stop3h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/2$137
One-way flights from Los Angeles to San Diego
Search for one-way flight options from Los Angeles to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 5 February 2025.
Wed 2/414:03LAX - SAN
1 stop4h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/2$162
Mon 28/416:28LAX - SAN
2 stops22h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/2$280
Fri 27/620:35LAX - SAN
1 stop12h 30mJetBlue
Deal found 3/2$307
Mon 7/409:15LAX - SAN
Nonstop0h 56mDelta
Deal found 5/2$328
Mon 7/416:20LAX - SAN
2 stops46h 33mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/2$3,255
Find flights from Los Angeles to San Diego within your budget
Customise your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles 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, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 5 February 2025.
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Los AngelesSan Diego
LAX - SAN
LAXSAN
Los Angeles
Fri 7/3
05:45-09:49
1 stop4h 04m
San Diego
Thu 13/3
08:25-12:15
1 stop3h 50m
$137
Los AngelesSan Diego
LAX - SAN
LAXSAN
Los Angeles
Wed 23/7
13:55-14:51
Nonstop0h 56m
San Diego
Sat 9/8
18:40-19:41
Nonstop1h 01m
$286
Los AngelesSan Diego
LAX - SAN
LAXSAN
Los Angeles
Wed 5/3
11:13-19:09
2 stops7h 56m
San Diego
Wed 12/3
06:15-16:36
1 stop10h 21m
$371
Los AngelesSan Diego
LAX - SAN
LAXSAN
Los Angeles
Thu 27/2
09:17-10:15
Nonstop0h 58m
San Diego
Sun 2/3
20:49-21:55
Nonstop1h 06m
$381
Los AngelesSan Diego
LAX - SAN
LAXSAN
Los Angeles
Mon 24/2
23:00-23:58
Nonstop0h 58m
San Diego
Wed 26/2
08:00-12:01
1 stop4h 01m
$659
Los AngelesSan Diego
LAX - SAN
LAXSAN
Los Angeles
Thu 17/4
21:30-10:11
1 stop12h 41m
San Diego
Mon 12/5
20:30-09:09
1 stop12h 39m
$726
Los AngelesSan Diego
LAX - SAN
LAXSAN
Los Angeles
Wed 2/4
14:03-18:07
1 stop4h 04m
$162
Los AngelesSan Diego
LAX - SAN
LAXSAN
Los Angeles
Mon 28/4
16:28-14:54
2 stops22h 26m
$280
Los AngelesSan Diego
LAX - SAN
LAXSAN
Los Angeles
Fri 27/6
20:35-09:05
1 stop12h 30m
$307
Los AngelesSan Diego
LAX - SAN
LAXSAN
Los Angeles
Mon 7/4
09:15-10:11
Nonstop0h 56m
$328
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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego
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Travel insights for flights from Los Angeles to San Diego
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Los Angeles to San Diego including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Los Angeles to San Diego. Price data was last updated on 31 January 2025.
The best time to book flights from Los Angeles to San Diego is 63 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego (average of $924). Flying from Los Angeles to San Diego in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,627). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LAX to SAN?
Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 February 2025.
Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 45% on flights from Los Angeles to San Diego by exploring options for tickets at midday.
Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to San Diego
Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to San Diego. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 5 February 2025.
The most flights from LAX to SAN are scheduled on a Monday (37 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).
Rainfall in San Diego by month
Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 58.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 58.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.
Temperature in San Diego by month
Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).
Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Diego. Reviews last updated 5 February 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Los Angeles to San Diego, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta and Qatar Airways. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Related info for your journey
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What airports do I use to fly from Los Angeles to San Diego?
To fly from Los Angeles to San Diego, you need to book a flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Diego (SAN). Nonstop flights to San Diego from Los Angeles take 1h 01m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 29 outbound flights from Los Angeles to San Diego offered by 1 airline.
How popular is this Los Angeles to San Diego flight route?
Within the past month, 11 users have taken a look at flights from Los Angeles to San Diego.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Diego round-trip?
According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($137), Delta ($286), and Alaska Airlines ($371) offers the cheapest pricing from Los Angeles to San Diego. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 60% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Los Angeles to San Diego one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is Alaska Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $162. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and JetBlue, as they are both options that can get you from Los Angeles to San Diego for a low price.
What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to San Diego?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Los Angeles to San Diego are Air China (94%), Copa Airlines (90%) and ANA (90%).
Can I find deals for flights from Los Angeles to San Diego that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Los Angeles to San Diego flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to San Diego?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Los Angeles to San Diego.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Los Angeles to San Diego?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles to San Diego by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego (average of $924). Flying from Los Angeles to San Diego in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,627). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
Browse through other flights departing from Los Angeles. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 5 February 2025.
Discover the top airline that operate flights from Los Angeles to San Diego. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 5 February 2025.
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