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

United Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from San Diego to Lincoln

What airlines fly to Lincoln, Nebraska?

Southwest, United Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Lincoln, Nebraska from San Diego according to our data. Southwest is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Lincoln, Nebraska. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Lincoln, Nebraska on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

As of August 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to Lincoln Airport.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Diego Airport to Lincoln Airport.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Lincoln Airport 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 Lincoln Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

$187 Cheap Flights from San Diego to Lincoln in 2025

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $670 to $911. The lowest price recently found on this route was $293.

1 adult

0 bags

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names and deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customize your results.

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

Find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Lincoln

Round-trip

One-way

Cheap round-trip flights

7:00 am - 4:28 pmSAN-LNK

7h 28m1 stop

5:10 pm - 10:14 pmLNK-SAN

7h 04m1 stop

$293United Airlines

Find Deal

Mon, Sep 22 - Wed, Sep 24

12:52 pm - 7:58 pmSAN-LNK

5h 06m1 stop

1:00 pm - 7:46 pmLNK-SAN

8h 46m2 stops

$325United Airlines

Find Deal

Mon, Sep 22 - Wed, Sep 24

2:21 pm - 10:59 pmSAN-LNK

6h 38m2 stops

6:15 am - 1:40 pmLNK-SAN

9h 25m2 stops

$340United Airlines

Find Deal

Mon, Sep 22 - Wed, Sep 24

6:45 am - 4:21 pmSAN-LNK

7h 36m1 stop

1:14 pm - 5:28 pmLNK-SAN

6h 14m1 stop

$349United Airlines

Find Deal

Sat, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 8

9:00 am - 4:21 pmSAN-LNK

5h 21m1 stop

7:45 am - 5:44 pmLNK-SAN

11h 59m2 stops

$354United Airlines

Find Deal

Sat, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 8

9:00 am - 9:45 pmSAN-LNK

10h 45m2 stops

7:45 am - 5:44 pmLNK-SAN

11h 59m2 stops

$359United Airlines

Find Deal

Sat, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 8

11:17 am - 7:58 pmSAN-LNK

6h 41m1 stop

6:15 am - 9:09 amLNK-SAN

4h 54m1 stop

$449United Airlines

Find Deal

Thu, Aug 28 - Mon, Sep 1

8:11 pm - 11:03 amSAN-LNK

12h 52m2 stops

6:15 am - 9:09 amLNK-SAN

4h 54m1 stop

$455United Airlines

Find Deal

Fri, Aug 29 - Mon, Sep 1

7:00 am - 4:28 pmSAN-LNK

7h 28m1 stop

6:15 am - 1:40 pmLNK-SAN

9h 25m2 stops

$500United Airlines

Find Deal

Thu, Aug 28 - Mon, Sep 1

7:21 pm - 11:03 amSAN-LNK

13h 42m2 stops

6:15 am - 1:40 pmLNK-SAN

9h 25m2 stops

$505United Airlines

Find Deal

Fri, Aug 29 - Mon, Sep 1

United Airlines flights from San Diego to Lincoln, Nebraska

Our best United Airlines deals on San Diego to Lincoln, Nebraska flight tickets

United Airlines

Sep 22

SAN7:00 amSan Diego

7h 28m

1 stop

LNK4:28 pmLincoln

Sep 24

LNK5:10 pmLincoln

7h 04m

1 stop

SAN10:14 pmSan Diego

$293

Find similar

United Airlines

Sep 22

SAN12:52 pmSan Diego

5h 06m

1 stop

LNK7:58 pmLincoln

Sep 24

LNK1:00 pmLincoln

8h 46m

2 stops

SAN7:46 pmSan Diego

$325

Find similar

United Airlines

Sep 22

SAN2:21 pmSan Diego

6h 38m

2 stops

LNK10:59 pmLincoln

Sep 24

LNK6:15 amLincoln

9h 25m

2 stops

SAN1:40 pmSan Diego

$340

Find similar

momondo Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Lincoln, Nebraska that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoLincoln

SAN - LNK

SANLNK

San Diego

Mon 9/22

7:00 am-4:28 pm

1 stop7h 28m

Lincoln

Wed 9/24

5:10 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$293

San DiegoLincoln

SAN - LNK

SANLNK

San Diego

Mon 9/22

12:52 pm-7:58 pm

1 stop5h 06m

Lincoln

Wed 9/24

1:00 pm-7:46 pm

2 stops8h 46m

$325

San DiegoLincoln

SAN - LNK

SANLNK

San Diego

Mon 9/22

2:21 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops6h 38m

Lincoln

Wed 9/24

6:15 am-1:40 pm

2 stops9h 25m

$340

San DiegoLincoln

SAN - LNK

SANLNK

San Diego

Sat 11/1

6:45 am-4:21 pm

1 stop7h 36m

Lincoln

Sat 11/8

1:14 pm-5:28 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$349

San DiegoLincoln

SAN - LNK

SANLNK

San Diego

Sat 11/1

9:00 am-4:21 pm

1 stop5h 21m

Lincoln

Sat 11/8

7:45 am-5:44 pm

2 stops11h 59m

$354

San DiegoLincoln

SAN - LNK

SANLNK

San Diego

Sat 11/1

9:00 am-9:45 pm

2 stops10h 45m

Lincoln

Sat 11/8

7:45 am-5:44 pm

2 stops11h 59m

$359

San DiegoLincoln

SAN - LNK

SANLNK

San Diego

Thu 8/28

11:17 am-7:58 pm

1 stop6h 41m

Lincoln

Mon 9/1

6:15 am-9:09 am

1 stop4h 54m

$449

San DiegoLincoln

SAN - LNK

SANLNK

San Diego

Fri 8/29

8:11 pm-11:03 am

2 stops12h 52m

Lincoln

Mon 9/1

6:15 am-9:09 am

1 stop4h 54m

$455

San DiegoLincoln

SAN - LNK

SANLNK

San Diego

Thu 8/28

7:00 am-4:28 pm

1 stop7h 28m

Lincoln

Mon 9/1

6:15 am-1:40 pm

2 stops9h 25m

$500

San DiegoLincoln

SAN - LNK

SANLNK

San Diego

Fri 8/29

7:21 pm-11:03 am

2 stops13h 42m

Lincoln

Mon 9/1

6:15 am-1:40 pm

2 stops9h 25m

$505

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 14 resultsSorted by cheapest first

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Diego to Lincoln, Nebraska

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

Prices

Airlines

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Lincoln, Nebraska?

In general, June is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Lincoln, Nebraska. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $351. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of June, then book flights to Lincoln, Nebraska from San Diego during April instead. Flights to Lincoln, Nebraska in April, while not as cheap as those in June, still average around $373.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Lincoln, Nebraska?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Lincoln, Nebraska from San Diego. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $445. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. The most expensive day to fly to Lincoln, Nebraska is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $684.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Lincoln, Nebraska?

Flying to Lincoln, Nebraska from San Diego in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $483 when looking at flights departing in the morning. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Lincoln, Nebraska is at noon when prices are around $558.

When to book flights from San Diego to Lincoln, Nebraska

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

Estimated round-trip price

Cheap San Diego to Lincoln, Nebraska (SAN to LNK) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from San Diego to Lincoln, Nebraska

Best Price Found	$187
Fastest flight time	5h 06m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Lincoln, Nebraska	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Lincoln, Nebraska from San Diego in the past 72 hours is $187. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to Lincoln, Nebraska found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $293.

The fastest flight from San Diego to Lincoln, Nebraska takes 5h 06m

There are no direct flights from San Diego to Lincoln, Nebraska. Popular non-direct route for this connection is San Diego Airport - Lincoln Airport.

There is 1 airport near Lincoln, Nebraska: Lincoln (LNK)

Search flight deals

How far is San Diego to Lincoln by plane?
The straight-line distance from San Diego to Lincoln is 1257.8 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 5h 06m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Lincoln Airport?
Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Lincoln Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Lincoln Airport?
As of August 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to Lincoln Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to Lincoln Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Diego Airport to Lincoln Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Lincoln Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Lincoln Airport 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 Lincoln Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from San Diego to Lincoln, Nebraska?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from San Diego to Lincoln, Nebraska is United Airlines, representing 100% of all bookings.

Best airlines flying from San Diego to Lincoln, Nebraska

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from San Diego to Lincoln, Nebraska with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom $268	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,916 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from San Diego to Lincoln?

We help find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight from San Diego to Lincoln for you.

Can I find flights from San Diego to Lincoln with flexible booking policies on momondo?

All flight searches from San Diego to Lincoln on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from San Diego to Lincoln?

momondo helps you find the best flight between San Diego and Lincoln by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

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

Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Lincoln from San Diego. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.