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Flights San Francisco — San Diego

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SFO
San Diego
SAN

Cheap flights San Francisco — San Diego

Below you can see the best deals on flights San Francisco — San Diego for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 4 August, from AED 117.

Top 10 cheap flights San Francisco — San Diego

Direct flights San Francisco — San Diego

Direct flight options for San Francisco — San Diego with no stopovers on upcoming dates. A direct flight is faster and more convenient — especially when travelling with luggage or children.

The fastest direct flight is operated by Southwest Airlines — travel time is 1 h 35 min.

Top 10 direct flights San Francisco — San Diego

About the San Francisco — San Diego flight

On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets from San Francisco to San Diego. This 737 km route is served very frequently, with around 218 flights per week, ensuring a wide choice of departure times.

Flights are operated by airlines such as United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Southwest. Ticket prices are subject to fluctuation, so use the low-fare calendar and price trend chart to find the best deal. We also recommend checking in advance how to get to the departure airport and exploring transfer options in San Diego.

Return route:return route: flights San Diego → San Francisco

Flight schedule San Francisco — San Diego

The table shows direct flights San Francisco → San Diego on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 30 min. Regular flights are operated by Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and United Airlines. Departures from San Francisco International Airport airports, arrivals at San Diego International Airport.

For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.

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Flight ticket prices by day: San Francisco — San Diego

Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for San Francisco — San Diego by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 117 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 478 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.

 
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Prices by month

San Francisco → San Diego, average one-way price

MonthAverage priceLevelMonthAverage priceLevelMonthAverage priceLevel
JanAED 554lowMayAED 679mediumSepAED 704medium
FebAED 579lowJunAED 805highOctAED 629medium
MarAED 704mediumJulAED 855highNovAED 679medium
AprAED 604lowAugAED 830highDecAED 780high

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

The warmest time to visit San Diego is from July to September, when temperatures reach up to 26.1°C. There is almost no rainfall during these months, while the rainiest and coolest season is typically February and March, with precipitation levels reaching 77.81 mm.

From a budget perspective, it is most cost-effective to book a flight for July or August, when minimum prices start AED 120. Peak pricing is seen in June, with tickets starting AED 496.

August is an optimal choice for a trip, offering a combination of dry, sunny weather and the lowest fares. To plan a budget-friendly journey, it is best to avoid periods of high humidity and sharp price increases typical of early summer.

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How to get the best deal on a San Francisco — San Diego ticket

  • Book your tickets 3–4 weeks before your planned date, as prices on this popular route tend to rise sharply closer to departure.
  • Consider low-cost carriers such as Frontier (F9) or Southwest (WN), where fares can be found AED 120, but keep potential baggage fees in mind.
  • Mid-week departures—on Tuesday or Wednesday—are usually cheaper than flying on Friday or Sunday.
  • Use the low-fare calendar on this page to compare offers for nearby dates and find the best value option.

Airlines

About 10 airlines operate on this route, with key carriers including United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Southwest Airlines. Most flights are direct, and the high frequency of departures provides flexibility when choosing your travel time. Detailed information about the schedule for specific days of the week and route options can be found in the list below.

  • Hawaiian Airlines
    Hawaiian AirlinesHA
    53x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 7511M pax/year
    • Direct flight SFO → SAN53x/week
    24.3%Open →
  • Alaska Airlines
    Alaska AirlinesAS
    47x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 31545M pax/year
    • Direct flight SFO → SAN47x/week
      Duration
      1h 44m
      Days
      un,MonS
    21.4%Open →
  • American Airlines
    American AirlinesAA
    46x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 965211M pax/year
    • Direct flight SFO → SAN46x/week
      Duration
      1h 44m
      Days
      un,MonS
    20.9%Open →
  • United Airlines
    United AirlinesUA
    40x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 956165M pax/year
    • Direct flight SFO → SAN31x/week
      Duration
      1h 47m
      Days
      un,MonS
    • Direct flight SFO → CLD9x/week
      Duration
      1h 49m
      Days
      un,MonS
    18.5%Open →
  • Southwest Airlines
    Southwest AirlinesWN
    22x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 817140M pax/year
    • Direct flight SFO → SAN22x/week
      Duration
      1h 41m
      Days
      un,MonS
    9.9%Open →
  • Frontier Airlines
    Frontier AirlinesF9
    6x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 15329M pax/year
    • Direct flight SFO → SAN6x/week
      Duration
      1h 57m
      Days
      un,MonS
    2.7%Open →
  • Japan Airlines
    Japan AirlinesJL
    2x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 14540M pax/year
    • Direct flight SFO → SAN2x/week
      Duration
      1h 44m
      Days
      un,MonS
    1.1%Open →
  • British Airways
    British AirwaysBA
    2x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 29243M pax/year
    • Direct flight SFO → SAN2x/week
      Duration
      1h 42m
      Days
      un,MonS
    0.8%Open →
  • Qatar Airways
    Qatar AirwaysQR
    1x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 26640M pax/year
    • Direct flight SFO → SAN1x/week
    0.3%Open →
  • Cathay Pacific
    Cathay PacificCX
    1x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 18018M pax/year
    • Direct flight SFO → SAN1x/week
      Duration
      1h 44m
      Days
      un,MonS
    0.2%Open →

Cities and airports on the San Francisco — San Diego route

Flights San Francisco — San Diego depart from San Francisco International Airport and arrive at San Diego International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

Departure

San Francisco

SFO
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About the cityHow to get thereWeatherAll about the country United States
Arrival

San Diego

SAN
United States
About the cityHow to get thereWeatherAll about the country United States
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Frequently asked questions about the San Francisco — San Diego flight

How long is the flight from San Francisco to San Diego?

A direct flight on this route covers a distance of 737 km in approximately 1 hour 15 minutes. The exact time depends on weather conditions and the type of aircraft.

Which airlines fly on this route?

Regular service is provided by United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, and Southwest. In total, about 10 carriers operate on this route.

Are there direct flights between these cities?

Yes, there is an intensive air service between the cities, including over 200 direct flights per week, allowing you to select a convenient departure time throughout the day.

How much does the cheapest ticket cost?

The cost of a flight changes constantly based on demand and booking lead time. You can always check the latest minimum prices for your specific dates in the calendar on this page.

Which airport does the flight arrive at?

Flights from San Francisco (SFO) arrive at San Diego International Airport (SAN), located just a few kilometers from the city's central business district.

Where else you can fly from San Francisco

Los Angeles
Los Angeles∙14 July
AED 115
New York City
New York City∙4 July
AED 556
Seattle
Seattle∙15 July
AED 298
Santa Ana
Santa Ana∙3 July
AED 336
Las Vegas
Las Vegas∙14 July
AED 206

Where else you can fly to San Diego from

Seattle
Seattle∙14 July
AED 427
Panama City
Panama City∙8 July
AED 1,460