Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to San Diego (SAN)

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San Francisco to San Diego Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to San Diego (SAN)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest San Francisco to San Diego flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top SFO to SAN routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

San Francisco to San Diego Information

Traveling From
San Francisco Intl.
Origin Airport
San Francisco
Origin Airport IATA Code
SFO
Traveling To
San Diego Intl.
Destination Airport
San Diego
Destination Airport IATA Code
SAN
Number of Airlines Serving
20
Average Flight Time
1 hours 32 mins
Direct Flight Time
1 hours 30 mins
Flight Price

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from San Francisco Airport to SAN?
The brainiac who invented flying was an all-out genius. It’s almost impossible to believe that all that separates San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) is a quick flight of 1 hour and 32 minutes. Pack that book that’s been sitting unfinished on your bedside table for the last six months, get comfortable and enjoy the flight.
What airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
If you want to keep your holidays drama-free, you’ll be thrilled to hear you can fly directly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to San Diego Airport with a variety of airlines. Be sure to check for a bargain airfare with Alaska Airlines and United Airlines.
How many flights are there from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
If you’d like to fly from San Francisco to San Diego at the beginning of the week, somewhere in the middle or even on a Sunday, it’s too easy. Have a stickybeak at the 17 flights which operate each day and away you go.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Here’s an insider tip: Tuesday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flights booked on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Tuesday generally had the lowest average price. Wotif data also shows Wednesdays and Fridays generally have the highest average ticket prices according to our demand data.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
Guess what? Saturday is actually the best day to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights purchased on Saturdays had the lowest airfares on average. Thursday, on the other hand, can be the most expensive day of the week to buy your airfare, with generally a higher than average ticket value.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
When comparing 2021 flight demand on Wotif.co.nz, September is one of the cheapest months to fly, when ticket prices are generally at their lowest. May is a close second for the cheapest time to fly. The months December and January are often the most expensive ones to travel, with higher than average ticket prices, so plan ahead and book early for your travel plans.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Are you a super organised traveller? Even though not all airlines release their fares a year in advance, you can start researching your flights 12 months in advance for many carriers. It’s good to book your international flights to popular destinations early, particularly in peak holiday periods. According to Wotif’s 2021 travel trends, last minute planners can also bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 1-2 weeks prior to travel.*According to flight demand on Wotif.co.nz from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Address:
Airport Drive
San Diego CA, 92101
United States
IATA code:
SAN
Longitude:
-117.197312
Latitude:
32.731938
Time zone:
America/Los_Angeles
Address:
San Francisco CA, 94128
United States
IATA code:
SFO
Longitude:
-122.389881
Latitude:
37.615215
Time zone:
America/Los_Angeles

San Francisco to San Diego Flight Deals from

Considering a quick trip to San Diego, but not sure which is the best route for you? Well, you’re in luck! Wotif has done the hard work, so all you need to do is check out these flights from SFO to SAN. With heaps of cheap fares from San Francisco, we guarantee you’ll be arriving to your holiday destination in style without emptying your bank account in the process.

It’s easy to book flights to San Diego from San Francisco  

For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to San Diego from San Francisco from different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to San Diego in just 1 hour(s) and 30 mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to San Diego from San Francisco 

Choose from 59 flights a day on average, with prices starting at and rising to depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from San Francisco to San Diego today!  

Find cheap airfares to San Diego from San Francisco 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near San Francisco and San Diego
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in )
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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Great places to stay after flight from San Francisco to San Diego

Sheraton San Diego Resort
Sheraton San Diego Resort
4 out of 5
1380 Harbor Island Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is NZ$442 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
NZ$442
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, 6 restaurants, and a marina. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,552 reviews)
"-"

Reviewed on 6 Jan. 2025

Sheraton San Diego Resort
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA
The price is NZ$307 per night from 13 Jan to 14 Jan
NZ$307
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (5,541 reviews)
"It's very close to The Cruise ship terminal. The price was well worth it . Stayed 3 days before cruise and 2 after. Happy"

Reviewed on 5 Jan. 2025

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
4 out of 5
1 Market Pl, San Diego, CA
The price is NZ$502 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
NZ$502
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 6 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,844 reviews)
"Another awesome stay at this lovely property"

Reviewed on 5 Jan. 2025

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

^Savings based on all package bookings made with Flight + Hotel on Wotif.co.nz from , as compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings will vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and selected travel supplier(s). Savings not available on all packages.