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

Spirit Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Frontier are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to Los Angeles

What airlines fly to Los Angeles?

United Airlines, Delta and Spirit Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Los Angeles from San Diego according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 52% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Los Angeles. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Los Angeles on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from San Diego to Los Angeles on average per week?

As of July 2025, 324 flights take off from San Diego and land in Los Angeles each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

The number of flights available between San Diego and Los Angeles is 46 per day as of July 2025. The most frequent departure time is 10:00AM, with 64% of daily flights leaving at noon.

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

Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Los Angeles Airport refresh daily.

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As of July 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to Los Angeles Airport.

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

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

The month of July is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles from San Diego, with most prices found around $179. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of July, then book flights to Los Angeles from San Diego during August instead. Flights to Los Angeles in August, while not as cheap as those in July, still average around $179.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Los Angeles. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $924. 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 Los Angeles on Saturday is $1,007.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Los Angeles is in the morning. Flights from San Diego to Los Angeles during this time can be as low as $917. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Los Angeles, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,017 per ticket.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Los Angeles?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Los Angeles from San Diego when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Los Angeles for around $212 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Los Angeles from San Diego for as low as $152 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San Diego to Los Angeles flights?

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

How have San Diego to Los Angeles flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2025, prices for San Diego to Los Angeles flights are approximately 58% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time	1h 12m
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The best one-way flight to Los Angeles from San Diego in the past 72 hours is $41. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to Los Angeles found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $84.

The fastest flight from San Diego to Los Angeles takes 1h 12m

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How far is San Diego to Los Angeles by plane?
The distance between San Diego and Los Angeles is about 114.0 mi. Flights usually cover this in 1h 12m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Los Angeles Airport?
Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Los Angeles Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Los Angeles Airport?
As of July 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to Los Angeles Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from San Diego to Los Angeles?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between San Diego and Los Angeles, the leading plane model is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, making up 9.81% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) with 9.48%, Boeing 737 MAX 9 with 9.48%, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 8.47%.
What is the most popular airline from San Diego to Los Angeles?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from San Diego to Los Angeles is Delta (51% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are United Airlines (40%) and Spirit Airlines (9%).

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Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $88	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,047 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $159	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,953 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $169	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,856 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

Delta Flights From San Diego to Los Angeles
Delta flight deals from San Diego to Los Angeles start from $159 round-trip. Over the 12 Delta flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $188 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
United Airlines Flights From San Diego to Los Angeles
United Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. United Airlines flight deals for San Diego to Los Angeles start from as low as $169 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $239. United Airlines operates 21 flights to Los Angeles from San Diego in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 8,856 reviews.

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What cabin class options are available on San Diego to Los Angeles flights?

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How have San Diego to Los Angeles flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2025, prices for San Diego to Los Angeles flights are approximately 58% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Spirit Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Frontier are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to Los Angeles

What airlines fly to Los Angeles?

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

The number of flights available between San Diego and Los Angeles is 46 per day as of July 2025. The most frequent departure time is 10:00AM, with 64% of daily flights leaving at noon.

How many flights depart from San Diego to Los Angeles on average per week?

As of July 2025, 324 flights take off from San Diego and land in Los Angeles each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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