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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Diego to California
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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?
The month of August is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from San Diego averaging around $179.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?
The cheapest day to depart from San Diego to California is on a Friday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as $923. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Saturday is $1,017.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to California?
The cheapest time of day to fly to California is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $926. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $1,023 on average. Flights to California from San Diego in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.
What is the cheapest San Diego to California flight route?
Fly from San Diego to Oakland for the best San Diego - California flight prices
How far in advance should I book a flight to California?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from San Diego when booking 12 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $208 when searching 12 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from San Diego for as low as $152 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on San Diego to California flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on San Diego to California flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Diego to California?
Spirit Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Frontier are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to California
What airlines fly to California?
Frontier, Southwest and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from San Diego according to our data. Frontier is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from San Diego to California on average per day?
As of June 2025, 189 flights take off from San Diego and land in California each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 6:00AM, with 44% of daily flights taking off at noon.
How many flights depart from San Diego to California on average per week?
1,329 flights are operational weekly from San Diego to California as of June 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Thu, with 19% of flights per week taking off on this day.
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When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to California?
Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to California refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to California?
As of June 2025, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to California.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to California?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Diego Airport to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from San Diego to California?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from San Diego to California is Embraer 175, representing 16.19% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 12.68%, Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) at 11.01%, and Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) at 8.96%.
Best airlines flying from San Diego to California
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| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $27 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 8,052 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $27 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.9 3,295 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $28 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.8 2,494 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $56 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $57 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,790 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $88 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,950 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $97 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,287 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $164 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $180 | Free Cancellation | Rating 0.0 |
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It is quick and easy to find San Diego to California flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to California that suits you.
Can I find flights from San Diego to California with flexible booking policies on momondo?
momondo does allow users to show only those flights to California from San Diego which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.
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