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

Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to California

What airlines fly to California?

Southwest, United Airlines and Alaska Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from San Diego according to our data. Southwest is the first choice among our users, with 35% 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 week?

918 flights are operational weekly from San Diego to California as of May 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 22% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

As of May 2026, 131 flights take off from San Diego and land in California each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 10:00AM, with 45% of daily flights taking off at noon.

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.

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As of May 2026, there are 9 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.

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9:43 am - 11:16 am

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LAS

1h 33mnonstop

7:30 am - 8:48 am

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SAN

1h 18mnonstop

$88Frontier

Thu, Jun 18 - Sat, Jun 20

10:07 pm - 11:31 pm

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LAS

1h 24mnonstop

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1h 16mnonstop

$89Frontier

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1h 38mnonstop

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1h 37mnonstop

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1h 40mnonstop

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FAT

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1h 15mnonstop

$127Southwest

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1h 25mnonstop

2:35 pm - 9:30 pm

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6h 55m

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5h 08m

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RNO

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RNO

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4h 08m

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$197United Airlines

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Delta flights from San Diego to California

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Jun 9

SAN10:50 amSan Diego

5h 56m

1 stop

LAS4:46 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

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LAS9:42 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

5h 29m

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SAN3:11 pmSan Diego

$137

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SAN6:45 pmSan Diego

3h 38m

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SFO10:23 pmSan Francisco

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SFO6:20 pmSan Francisco

4h 55m

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SAN11:15 pmSan Diego

$157

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SAN6:15 amSan Diego

5h 33m

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OAK11:48 amOakland

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OAK5:03 pmOakland

6h 50m

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SAN11:53 pmSan Diego

$177

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May 24

SAN10:07 pmSan Diego

1h 24m

LAS11:31 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

May 26

LAS7:56 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

1h 16m

SAN9:12 pmSan Diego

$89

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Jun 14

SAN9:43 amSan Diego

1h 33m

LAS11:16 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

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LAS11:33 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

4h 19m

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SAN3:52 pmSan Diego

$90

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May 20

SAN7:34 pmSan Diego

1h 33m

LAS9:07 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

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LAS7:56 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

1h 16m

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9:43 am-11:16 am

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7:30 am-8:48 am

Nonstop1h 18m

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10:07 pm-11:31 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

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7:56 pm-9:12 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

$89

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SANOAK

San Diego

Wed 8/12

4:55 pm-6:33 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

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8:10 pm-9:47 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$112

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7:45 pm-9:31 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

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7:55 am-9:35 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$117

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6:50 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop4h 20m

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6:25 am-7:40 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$127

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San Diego

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8:40 am-10:05 am

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Fresno Airterminal

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2:35 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$133

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Wed 6/3

6:20 am-10:56 am

1 stop4h 36m

Sacramento Intl

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6:47 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$157

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San Diego

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4:22 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop6h 21m

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4:26 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop5h 08m

$159

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San Diego

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6:25 am-11:56 am

1 stop5h 31m

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4:26 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop5h 08m

$174

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San Diego

Tue 7/28

6:27 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Reno

Thu 7/30

6:00 am-10:08 am

1 stop4h 08m

$197

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of July is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from San Diego averaging around $140.

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 Thursday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as $750. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Monday is $931.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $714. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $953 on average. Flights to California from San Diego in the evening 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?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from San Diego when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $218 when searching 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 $179 on momondo.

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

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Best Price Found	$68
Fastest flight time	0h 55m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in California	418 airports

The best one-way flight to California from San Diego in the past 72 hours is $68. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $167.

The fastest flight from San Diego to California takes 0h 55m

Direct flights go from San Diego to California every day.

There are 418 airports in California. From San Diego there are direct flights to Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX), Fresno Airterminal (FAT), Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

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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 May 2026, there are 9 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 Boeing 737 MAX 8, representing 24.81% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) at 18.12%, Boeing 737-800 at 9.45%, and Boeing 737 MAX 9 at 8.46%.

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Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $29	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,633 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $29	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,951 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $38	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,837 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $68	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 2,974 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $77	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 4,297 reviews	Search Southwest flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $77	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,704 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $97	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 12,352 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $179	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,448 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $184	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,665 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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