Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from San Diego to Anchorage?

Flights via Portland (PDX) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $360.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from San Diego to Anchorage?

Portland (PDX) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 47m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between San Diego and Anchorage?

Seattle (SEA) was the most common stop: 75% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from San Diego to Anchorage?

Flights connecting via Portland (PDX) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 7h 36m.

What airlines fly to Anchorage?

Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Anchorage from San Diego according to our data. Alaska Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 66% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Anchorage. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Anchorage on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Diego to Anchorage?

Delta, Alaska Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to Anchorage

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

Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Anchorage Airport refresh daily.

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

As of May 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to Anchorage Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to Anchorage 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 San Diego Airport to Anchorage Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Anchorage Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Anchorage 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 license 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.

$189 Cheap Flights from San Diego to Anchorage in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Diego and Anchorage?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $580 to $417. The lowest price recently found on this route was $357.

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1:35 pm - 10:45 pm

SAN

ANC

10h 10m

1 stop

11:55 pm - 10:50 am

ANC

SAN

9h 55m

1 stop

$357Southwest

Wed, May 27 - Tue, Jun 2

3:05 pm - 10:45 pm

SAN

ANC

8h 40m

1 stop

11:55 pm - 11:20 am

ANC

SAN

10h 25m

2 stops

$362Southwest

Wed, May 27 - Tue, Jun 2

12:45 pm - 10:45 pm

SAN

ANC

11h 00m

2 stops

10:25 pm - 9:10 am

ANC

SAN

9h 45m

2 stops

$367Southwest

Wed, May 27 - Wed, Jun 3

9:54 pm - 5:26 pm

SAN

ANC

20h 32m

2 stops

1:09 pm - 10:26 pm

ANC

SAN

8h 17m

1 stop

$370Alaska Airlines

Thu, May 21 - Tue, May 26

7:10 pm - 10:32 am

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ANC

16h 22m

1 stop

9:59 pm - 4:22 pm

ANC

SAN

17h 23m

1 stop

$371Delta

Thu, Jun 4 - Fri, Jun 5

8:04 pm - 12:04 pm

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ANC

17h 00m

1 stop

1:55 am - 10:22 am

ANC

SAN

7h 27m

1 stop

$377Alaska Airlines

Tue, Jun 2 - Sun, Jun 7

3:05 pm - 10:45 pm

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ANC

8h 40m

1 stop

11:55 pm - 12:10 pm

ANC

SAN

11h 15m

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$382Southwest

Tue, May 26 - Tue, Jun 2

11:30 am - 10:45 pm

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ANC

12h 15m

2 stops

11:55 pm - 10:50 am

ANC

SAN

9h 55m

2 stops

$387Southwest

Thu, May 28 - Mon, Jun 8

8:01 am - 8:55 pm

SAN

ANC

13h 54m

2 stops

1:55 am - 1:18 pm

ANC

SAN

10h 23m

2 stops

$389Alaska Airlines

Sat, May 23 - Fri, May 29

9:54 pm - 3:42 pm

SAN

ANC

18h 48m

2 stops

12:30 am - 9:15 am

ANC

SAN

7h 45m

1 stop

$391Alaska Airlines

Thu, May 21 - Sun, May 24

Delta flights from San Diego to Anchorage

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Jun 4

SAN7:10 pmSan Diego

16h 22m

1 stop

ANC10:32 amAnchorage

Jun 5

ANC9:59 pmAnchorage

17h 23m

1 stop

SAN4:22 pmSan Diego

$371

Delta

Jun 6

SAN1:37 pmSan Diego

11h 46m

1 stop

ANC12:23 amAnchorage

Jun 11

ANC6:00 amAnchorage

8h 04m

1 stop

SAN3:04 pmSan Diego

$397

Delta

May 25

SAN11:00 amSan Diego

14h 50m

1 stop

ANC12:50 amAnchorage

May 29

ANC1:55 amAnchorage

11h 53m

1 stop

SAN2:48 pmSan Diego

$406

Alaska Airlines flights from San Diego to Anchorage

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Alaska Airlines

May 21

SAN9:54 pmSan Diego

20h 32m

2 stops

ANC5:26 pmAnchorage

May 26

ANC1:09 pmAnchorage

8h 17m

1 stop

SAN10:26 pmSan Diego

$370

Alaska Airlines

Jun 2

SAN8:04 pmSan Diego

17h 00m

1 stop

ANC12:04 pmAnchorage

Jun 7

ANC1:55 amAnchorage

7h 27m

1 stop

SAN10:22 amSan Diego

$377

Alaska Airlines

May 23

SAN8:01 amSan Diego

13h 54m

2 stops

ANC8:55 pmAnchorage

May 29

ANC1:55 amAnchorage

10h 23m

2 stops

SAN1:18 pmSan Diego

$389

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11:55 pm-11:20 am

2 stops10h 25m

$362

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SANANC

San Diego

Wed 5/27

12:45 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops11h 00m

Anchorage

Wed 6/3

10:25 pm-9:10 am

2 stops9h 45m

$367

San DiegoAnchorage

SAN - ANC

SANANC

San Diego

Thu 5/21

9:54 pm-5:26 pm

2 stops20h 32m

Anchorage

Tue 5/26

1:09 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$370

San DiegoAnchorage

SAN - ANC

SANANC

San Diego

Thu 6/4

7:10 pm-10:32 am

1 stop16h 22m

Anchorage

Fri 6/5

9:59 pm-4:22 pm

1 stop17h 23m

$371

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SANANC

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Tue 6/2

8:04 pm-12:04 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Anchorage

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1:55 am-10:22 am

1 stop7h 27m

$377

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SAN - ANC

SANANC

San Diego

Tue 5/26

3:05 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Anchorage

Tue 6/2

11:55 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops11h 15m

$382

San DiegoAnchorage

SAN - ANC

SANANC

San Diego

Thu 5/28

11:30 am-10:45 pm

2 stops12h 15m

Anchorage

Mon 6/8

11:55 pm-10:50 am

2 stops9h 55m

$387

San DiegoAnchorage

SAN - ANC

SANANC

San Diego

Sat 5/23

8:01 am-8:55 pm

2 stops13h 54m

Anchorage

Fri 5/29

1:55 am-1:18 pm

2 stops10h 23m

$389

San DiegoAnchorage

SAN - ANC

SANANC

San Diego

Thu 5/21

9:54 pm-3:42 pm

2 stops18h 48m

Anchorage

Sun 5/24

12:30 am-9:15 am

1 stop7h 45m

$391

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Diego and Anchorage?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Anchorage?

If you don’t want to visit Anchorage in September, then you should wait until February to fly from San Diego, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $415.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Anchorage?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Anchorage is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $437. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. The most expensive day to fly to Anchorage is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $540.

What is the cheapest San Diego to Anchorage flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego to Anchorage?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Anchorage from San Diego when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Anchorage for around $502 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Anchorage from San Diego for as low as $378 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on San Diego to Anchorage flights?

You could potentially save up to 37% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Diego to Anchorage flight.

How have San Diego to Anchorage flight prices changed over time?

As of May 2026, prices for San Diego to Anchorage flights are approximately 21% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Diego to Anchorage

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Diego to Anchorage according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Best Price Found	$349
Fastest flight time	5h 45m
Direct flights	Thu and Sun
Airports in Anchorage	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Anchorage from San Diego in the past 72 hours is $349. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to Anchorage found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $470.

The fastest flight from San Diego to Anchorage takes 5h 45m

Direct flights go from San Diego to Anchorage on Thursday and Sunday. The only airline offering direct flights is Alaska Airlines.

There is 1 airport in Anchorage. From San Diego there are direct flights to Anchorage (ANC).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Diego to Anchorage

How far is San Diego to Anchorage by plane?
There are 2449.0 mi between San Diego and Anchorage. By plane, this route typically takes 5h 45m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Anchorage Airport?
Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Anchorage Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Anchorage Airport?
As of May 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to Anchorage Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to Anchorage 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 San Diego Airport to Anchorage Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Anchorage Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Anchorage 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 license 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 Diego to Anchorage?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from San Diego to Anchorage is Boeing 737-900 Passenger/BBJ3 (winglets), representing 33.33% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) at 27.78%, Boeing 737 at 22.22%, and Boeing 737 MAX 9 at 11.11%.
What is the most popular airline from San Diego to Anchorage?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between San Diego and Anchorage, the leading airline is Alaska Airlines, making up 66% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Delta with 25%, Hawaiian Airlines with 5%, and United Airlines with 4%.

Best airlines flying from San Diego to Anchorage

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $278	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,677 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $324	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,464 reviews	Search Delta flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $348	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,837 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $358	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 12,318 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights

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