How much does a first class flight to San Diego cost?

You can catch a first class flight to San Diego starting at just $1,004 on average, and if you’re flexible, flying from United States may even cost as little as $168 (price last reported on Aug 22). Please be aware that travel dates and airline, among other factors, may have an impact on final prices. Compare flight prices

What is the cheapest business class flight to San Diego?

On average, business class flights to San Diego are priced at $1,337 per person. Choosing business class tickets over first class tickets saves you up to 33% per person for equally comfortable seats, along with some exclusive premium services. Compare flight prices

Which cabin class is available for Alaska Airlines flights to San Diego?

Alaska Airlines, the most popular airline for flights to San Diego, has a cabin alternative to Economy seats: first class. For flyers that want more travel options, try looking at another airline or departing origin. See all airlines

Which airlines have first class flights to San Diego?

United Airlines, Delta, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Alaska Airlines are some popular airlines that have first class flights to San Diego. You can explore the full list of great perks and services that come with your first class ticket on your preferred airline’s website. Search all airlines

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11:40 am - 1:28 pmSFO San Francisco-SAN San Diego

1h 48mnonstop

4:00 pm - 5:44 pmSAN San Diego-SFO San Francisco

1h 44mnonstop

$252Alaska Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 5

8:20 am - 10:06 amSFO San Francisco-SAN San Diego

1h 46mnonstop

1:10 pm - 2:51 pmSAN San Diego-SFO San Francisco

1h 41mnonstop

$252Alaska Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 6

7:03 am - 8:45 amSFO San Francisco-SAN San Diego

1h 42mnonstop

10:55 am - 12:41 pmSAN San Diego-SFO San Francisco

1h 46mnonstop

$252Alaska Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 7

7:00 am - 8:43 amSFO San Francisco-SAN San Diego

1h 43mnonstop

7:41 pm - 9:31 pmSAN San Diego-SFO San Francisco

1h 50mnonstop

$337United Airlines

Mon, Sep 28 - Wed, Sep 30

7:30 am - 11:35 amSFO San Francisco-SAN San Diego

4h 05m1 stop Los Angeles

1:24 pm - 3:10 pmSAN San Diego-SFO San Francisco

1h 46mnonstop

$357United Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Thu, Sep 24

12:38 pm - 5:28 pmSFO San Francisco-SAN San Diego

4h 50m1 stop Los Angeles

1:24 pm - 3:10 pmSAN San Diego-SFO San Francisco

1h 46mnonstop

$357United Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Sep 26

9:30 am - 3:01 pmSFO San Francisco-SAN San Diego

5h 31m1 stop Los Angeles

7:11 pm - 11:59 pmSAN San Diego-SFO San Francisco

4h 48m1 stop Salt Lake City

$371Delta

Sun, Sep 20 - Mon, Sep 21

6:12 pm - 10:55 pmSFO San Francisco-SAN San Diego

4h 43m1 stop Los Angeles

5:01 pm - 11:01 pmSAN San Diego-SFO San Francisco

6h 00m1 stop Salt Lake City

$397Delta

Wed, Sep 9 - Fri, Sep 11

7:00 am - 2:57 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-SAN San Diego

7h 57m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

6:15 am - 1:49 pmSAN San Diego-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

7h 34m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$577American Airlines

Sat, Jan 9 - Sun, Jan 17

9:08 am - 12:03 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-SAN San Diego

2h 55mnonstop

1:05 pm - 8:09 pmSAN San Diego-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

7h 04m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$663American Airlines

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7:08 am - 8:48 amSFO San Francisco-SAN San Diego

1h 40mnonstop

3:43 pm - 5:22 pmSAN San Diego-SFO San Francisco

1h 39mnonstop

$263Alaska Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Wed, Sep 30

7:08 am - 8:48 amSFO San Francisco-SAN San Diego

1h 40mnonstop

8:55 pm - 10:40 pmSAN San Diego-SFO San Francisco

1h 45mnonstop

$277Alaska Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5

7:03 am - 8:45 amSFO San Francisco-SAN San Diego

1h 42mnonstop

9:02 am - 1:59 pmSAN San Diego-SFO San Francisco

4h 57m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$312Alaska Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 6

7:03 am - 8:45 amSFO San Francisco-SAN San Diego

1h 42mnonstop

9:02 am - 1:59 pmSAN San Diego-SFO San Francisco

4h 57m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$322Alaska Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 6

8:25 am - 10:08 amSFO San Francisco-SAN San Diego

1h 43mnonstop

12:44 pm - 6:01 pmSAN San Diego-SFO San Francisco

5h 17m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$317Alaska Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 23

7:00 am - 8:43 amSFO San Francisco-SAN San Diego

1h 43mnonstop

7:41 pm - 9:31 pmSAN San Diego-SFO San Francisco

1h 50mnonstop

$337United Airlines

Mon, Sep 28 - Wed, Sep 30

5:16 pm - 7:00 pmSFO San Francisco-SAN San Diego

1h 44mnonstop

9:30 pm - 11:12 pmSAN San Diego-SFO San Francisco

1h 42mnonstop

$267Alaska Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 23

9:13 pm - 10:59 pmSFO San Francisco-SAN San Diego

1h 46mnonstop

7:59 pm - 9:42 pmSAN San Diego-SFO San Francisco

1h 43mnonstop

$257Alaska Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Thu, Sep 24

11:40 am - 1:28 pmSFO San Francisco-SAN San Diego

1h 48mnonstop

4:00 pm - 5:44 pmSAN San Diego-SFO San Francisco

1h 44mnonstop

$252Alaska Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 5

7:15 am - 10:07 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-SAN San Diego

2h 52mnonstop

1:53 pm - 5:00 pmSAN San Diego-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

3h 07mnonstop

$467Delta

Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7

First Class Flights to San Diego - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends for First Class flights to San Diego to help you craft the best travel plan

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on United States to San Diego flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on United States to San Diego flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between United States to San Diego.

What is the cheapest airline that flies First Class from United States to San Diego?

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta are popular carriers operating the cheapest First Class flights from United States to San Diego

What is the cheapest month to fly First Class to San Diego?

The month of April is, on average, the cheapest month to fly First Class to San Diego, with most prices found around $894. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of April, then book flights to San Diego during June instead. Flights to San Diego in June, while not as cheap as those in April, still average around $970.

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

The cheapest day to depart from United States to San Diego is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $277. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Wednesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average First Class ticket price to San Diego on a Wednesday is $569.

How long does it take to fly to San Diego?

On average, it takes 1h 37m to fly from United States to San Diego if you fly out of San Francisco (the most popular airport in United States) and into San Diego (the most popular airport in San Diego). If you’re flying out of Miami and into San Diego, then the flight time is around 5h 15m.

How many flights depart from United States to San Diego on average per day?

217 flights are operational daily from United States to San Diego as of August 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 6:00PM, with 37% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from United States to San Diego on average per week?

The number of flights available between United States and San Diego is 1,520 per week as of August 2026. The most frequent departure day is Fri, with 18% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

What is the cheapest First Class flight I can find to San Diego?

On average, round trip First Class flights to San Diego cost $1,298/pp. Prices depend on where you are departing from. For prices as low as $667/pp, depart from Dallas. The most expensive round trip First Class flights to San Diego are from New York.

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What airlines fly First Class to San Diego?

American Airlines is the most popular airline offering First Class flights to San Diego, with 36% of our users opting to fly with them when traveling to San Diego. Other popular options include Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. There are a total of 5 different airlines flying to San Diego.

Popular Airlines for First Class Flights to San Diego

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Airline	Rating	First Class	Price
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $608	First Class	Rating 7.9 See reviews	8.1 Boarding 7.8 Comfort 8.5 Crew 7.0 Entertainment 7.0 Food Reviews 1 / 10 We did not even get the crackers in line 31....	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $289	First Class	Rating 7.8 See reviews	8.1 Boarding 7.8 Comfort 8.5 Crew 7.8 Entertainment 7.2 Food Reviews 1 / 10 1 hr late take off. Crew was excellent & lots of snacks!	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $843	First Class	Rating 7.4 See reviews	7.7 Boarding 7.3 Comfort 8.1 Crew 7.1 Entertainment 6.7 Food Reviews 1 / 10 On time, smooth flight, great customer service	Search United Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $1,060	First Class	Rating 7.1 See reviews	7.3 Boarding 7.4 Comfort 7.9 Crew 7.2 Entertainment 6.6 Food Reviews 1 / 10 Awesome flight crew. Tired, dirty, old airplane.	Search JetBlue flights

How much does a first class flight to San Diego cost?
You can catch a first class flight to San Diego starting at just $1,004 on average, and if you’re flexible, flying from United States may even cost as little as $168 (price last reported on Aug 22). Please be aware that travel dates and airline, among other factors, may have an impact on final prices.
Which airlines have first class flights to San Diego?
United Airlines, Delta, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Alaska Airlines are some popular airlines that have first class flights to San Diego. You can explore the full list of great perks and services that come with your first class ticket on your preferred airline’s website.
What is the cheapest business class flight to San Diego?
On average, business class flights to San Diego are priced at $1,337 per person. Choosing business class tickets over first class tickets saves you up to 33% per person for equally comfortable seats, along with some exclusive premium services.
Which cabin class is available for Alaska Airlines flights to San Diego?
Alaska Airlines, the most popular airline for flights to San Diego, has a cabin alternative to Economy seats: first class. For flyers that want more travel options, try looking at another airline or departing origin.

About First Class Flights to San Diego

Helpful overview information on San Diego First Class ticket prices, flight duration, and airlines

Fastest flight time	0h 59m
Closest Airport	Los Angeles
Most Popular Airline	Alaska Airlines

The quickest First Class flight you can catch to San Diego takes 0h 59m, which departs from Los Angeles to San Diego.

The nearest airport for all arrivals to San Diego is Los Angeles. First Class flyers can expect to travel 109.0 mi to get to downtown.

The most popular airline for First Class flights to San Diego found on momondo this week is Alaska Airlines, with a user rating of 7.9/10. There are 4 airlines in total servicing this route with First Class options.

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Frequently asked questions about San Diego First Class flights

Is it worth flying First Class to San Diego?

Many travelers choose flying First Class to San Diego for plenty of reasons. From comfortable seats and exclusive services to additional entertainment and dining options, First Class cabins can offer a lot to both the regular traveler and the frequent flyers. Perks and amenities vary by airlines, please refer to the airline’s website for full information.

How long does it take to fly to San Diego?

While the flight duration may vary for First Class travelers depending on the departure and arrival airports, here are some average flight times from popular locations you might be interested in:

San Francisco to San Diego: 1 hour 49 minutes
New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Diego: 5 hours 47 minutes
Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San Diego: 4 hours 29 minutes
Seattle to San Diego: 3 hours 3 minutes
Boston to San Diego: 6 hours 0 minutes
Denver to San Diego: 2 hours 30 minutes
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to San Diego: 1 hour 25 minutes
Sacramento to San Diego: 1 hour 39 minutes
San Jose, California to San Diego: 1 hour 33 minutes
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Diego: 5 hours 16 minutes

Why should I use momondo to find a First Class flight deal to San Diego?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right First Class flight to San Diego.

Can I find First Class flights to San Diego with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for First Class flights to San Diego to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find deals for First Class flight tickets to San Diego?

momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best First Class flight ticket to San Diego. Filter by price, airline, airports, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.

I’m not ready to book a First Class flight to San Diego right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

If you are not ready to book a First Class flight to San Diego now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert; this is where momondo will track prices on First Class flights to San Diego and let you know when they change.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from United States to San Diego Airport?

Prices for flights from United States to San Diego Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from United States to San Diego Airport?

As of August 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from United States to San Diego Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from United States to San Diego Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from United States to San Diego Airport.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Diego Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Diego Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.