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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles to San Diego? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $358. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

San Diego.$358 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct, returning Fri, 9 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $358, select.

San Diego.$382 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Mar, returning Wed, 17 Mar.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 13 Mar, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 17 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $382, select.

San Diego.$389 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Apr, returning Wed, 14 Apr.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 5 Apr, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 14 Apr, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $389, select.

San Diego.$391 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov, returning Thu, 12 Nov.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $391, select.

San Diego.$426 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Diego International on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $426, select.

San Diego.$426 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov, returning Thu, 12 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Diego International on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $426, select.

San Diego.$426 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct, returning Tue, 13 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Diego International on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $426, select.

San Diego.$427 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep, returning Thu, 22 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Diego International on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $427, select.

San Diego.$442 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Feb, returning Mon, 22 Feb.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 20 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $442, select.

San Diego.$460 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Jun, returning Fri, 25 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 11 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Diego International on Fri, 25 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $460, select.

San Diego.$460 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Diego International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $460, select.

San Diego.$460 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec, returning Wed, 9 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Diego International on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $460, select.

San Diego.$460 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Feb, returning Fri, 26 Feb.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 12 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Diego International on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $460, select.

San Diego.$460 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Apr, returning Fri, 23 Apr.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 9 Apr, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Diego International on Fri, 23 Apr, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $460, select.

San Diego.$460 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Jan, returning Fri, 22 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 8 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Diego International on Fri, 22 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $460, select.

San Diego.$461 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Jul, returning Sun, 11 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 9 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Diego International on Sun, 11 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $461, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to San Diego

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles to San Diego flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Alternative Los Angeles to San Diego routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Los Angeles to San Diego? You could fly into the following airports instead.

San Diego International

4km from central San Diego

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Los Angeles to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$358
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	58 mins
Most popular airline	United
Average flights per week	1,644

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Diego: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in San Diego?

There are 2 airports in San Diego: San Diego International and McClellan-Palomar.

How much are return flights from Los Angeles to San Diego?

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles to San Diego is $358. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles to San Diego?

58 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles to San Diego.

Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles to San Diego?

United, SkyWest Airlines and LATAM Airlines fly direct from Los Angeles to San Diego.

How many flights are there a week from Los Angeles to San Diego?

As of September 2026, there are 1,644 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to San Diego.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to San Diego?

The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to San Diego is usually October.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in San Diego?

If you're flying from Los Angeles, the cheapest airport near San Diego is San Diego International – which is 4.1 km away from the centre of San Diego. We've found flights into this airport from $358.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to San Diego on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to San Diego on Friday, 2 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Los Angeles to San Diego?

Yes – the average flight time is 58 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Los Angeles to San Diego?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Diego but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to San Diego?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in San Diego?

In September, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. September is typically the warmest month in San Diego, when it usually averages around 24°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is March, with temperatures averaging 12°C. The rainiest month is March.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Los Angeles to San Diego with?

The cheapest airline that flies to San Diego is Frontier Airlines. And the cheapest airline that flies to McClellan-Palomar Airport is Delta.

Travelling from Los Angeles to San Diego: what you need to know

Begin planning your trip by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Los Angeles to San Diego. Explore the options for taking off from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY), two of the city's main airports.
The major gateways to San Diego are San Diego International Airport (SAN) and McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD).
The average length of a direct Los Angeles to San Diego flight is 55 minutes.
San Diego's timezone is UTC-8, which is the same as Los Angeles.
With 48 flights a week between the two airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the most popular route. Hop on the first flight from Los Angeles to San Diego with United Airlines at 08:15. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight from LAX to SAN is with United Airlines at 22:58.
Leave plenty of time to catch your Los Angeles to San Diego flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Diego

To score cheap Los Angeles to San Diego flights, reserve your trip 11 months ahead of your departure.
Organise your trip for April. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on plane tickets from Los Angeles to San Diego. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
You don't need to check every day to see if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll tell you when a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Diego.
Lock in a cheap Los Angeles to San Diego flight with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Jet off from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on a nonstop flight from Los Angeles to San Diego. From LAX, you can fly directly into San Diego International Airport (SAN).
Delta Air Lines is a popular airline that offers direct Los Angeles to San Diego plane tickets from LAX.
LAX is about 19 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Want a handy hotel close to Los Angeles International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to San Diego, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Los Angeles International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart LAX land on time.
LAX is located at One World Way.

Arriving in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

San Diego International Airport (SAN) is approximately 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes around 15 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to San Diego. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SAN instead:
Go where the road takes you with a San Diego International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and chase adventure across San Diego and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from San Diego International Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
You'll find SAN at N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

Once your flight from Los Angeles to San Diego has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central San Diego is approximately 48 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
There are some great places to lay your head close to CLD. Settle in and get cosy after your Los Angeles to San Diego flight at one of these well-located options:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or slow-moving taxi lines. Pick up a McClellan-Palomar Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare availability and rates from Budget, Hertz and Avis.
Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just whatever's left, by reserving your ride from CLD in advance. You'll also avoid paying extra, especially during peak travel times.

Best time to go to San Diego

It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Los Angeles to San Diego. August is the most popular month to visit San Diego. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in San Diego is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your Los Angeles to San Diego ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Los Angeles to San Diego in February when temperatures average between 8ºC and 22ºC.

More about San Diego

Start your San Diego trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to San Diego, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum are top sights which should feature on any well-planned San Diego itinerary.

Explore more of the United States

Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced San Diego. Around 177 kilometres to the northwest, check out popular attractions including Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl.
Phoenix is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 483 kilometres east of San Diego. No journey is complete without dropping by Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum.