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Find cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Diego from $211

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Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to San Diego (LAX-SAN)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to San Diego that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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08:55 - 09:52LAX-SAN
0h 57mdirect
11:00 - 12:05SAN-LAX
1h 05mdirect
$260Delta
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Fri, 31 May - Mon, 3 Jun
21:59 - 22:56LAX-SAN
0h 57mdirect
18:10 - 19:12SAN-LAX
1h 02mdirect
$268Delta
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Thu, 16 May - Fri, 24 May
21:59 - 22:56LAX-SAN
0h 57mdirect
18:10 - 19:12SAN-LAX
1h 02mdirect
$276Delta
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Fri, 17 May - Sun, 19 May
08:00 - 15:37LAX-SAN
7h 37m1 stop
20:55 - 07:21SAN-LAX
10h 26m1 stop
$327Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 15 Oct - Tue, 22 Oct
08:55 - 09:52LAX-SAN
0h 57mdirect
06:15 - 07:26SAN-LAX
1h 11mdirect
$337Delta
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Fri, 31 May - Fri, 7 Jun
08:00 - 15:37LAX-SAN
7h 37m1 stop
08:30 - 20:05SAN-LAX
11h 35m1 stop
$351Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 15 Oct - Wed, 16 Oct
08:00 - 18:06LAX-SAN
10h 06m1 stop
20:55 - 07:21SAN-LAX
10h 26m1 stop
$371Alaska Airlines
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Sat, 12 Oct - Tue, 22 Oct
20:59 - 08:20LAX-SAN
11h 21m1 stop
20:55 - 07:21SAN-LAX
10h 26m1 stop
$381Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 15 Oct - Sun, 20 Oct
09:00 - 10:01LAX-SAN
1h 01mdirect
07:00 - 18:03SAN-LAX
11h 03m1 stop
$528United Airlines
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Fri, 28 Jun - Sat, 27 Jul
07:00 - 17:36LAX-SAN
10h 36m1 stop
10:25 - 11:27SAN-LAX
1h 02mdirect
$642United Airlines
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Fri, 17 May - Sun, 19 May

Flights from Los Angeles to San Diego - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Los Angeles to San Diego to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to San Diego?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Los Angeles to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to San Diego is July, where tickets cost $274 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and February, where the average cost of tickets is $382 and $350 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Los Angeles to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to San Diego, you should book around 5 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 66 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Diego?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The best deals for a one-way ticket found by KAYAK users over the last 3 days were on Alaska Airlines ($211) and Delta ($300). The cheapest round-trip tickets were found on Delta ($260) and Alaska Airlines ($327).

Which airlines fly direct between Los Angeles and San Diego?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from Los Angeles to San Diego.
There are 2 airlines that fly direct from Los Angeles to San Diego. They are Delta and United Airlines. The cheapest airline for this route is Delta, with the best one-way deal found costing $212. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Delta.

How many flights are there between Los Angeles and San Diego per day?

Each day, there are 6 direct flights that take off from Los Angeles and land in San Diego, with an average flight time of 0h 58m. The most common departure time is 16:00 and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 42 flights and there are the same amount of flights each day 6.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Los Angeles and San Diego?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego take?

Direct flights from Los Angeles generally make it to San Diego in 0h 50m. The flying distance between the two cities is 282 km.

What’s the earliest departure time from Los Angeles to San Diego?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Los Angeles at 08:35 and will be landing in San Diego at 09:37.

What’s the latest departure time from Los Angeles to San Diego?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Los Angeles to San Diego jets off at 22:50 and lands at 23:52.

Good to know

Low season

January

High season

May

Cheapest flight

$211
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (6% more expensive on average)
Flight from Los Angeles to San Diego

When to book flights from Los Angeles to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to San Diego based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Los Angeles to San Diego

  • What parking options are available at Los Angeles International Airport?

    Los Angeles International Airport offers a variety of parking options to passengers at different prices, and for different lengths of stay. The most convenient, and most expensive, parking option is valet parking, while the cheapest is the Van Nuys Flyaway. The airport also offers charging facilities for electric vehicles on Levels 1 and 3 of parking lots 1 and 6, Levels 3 and 4 of parking lot 5, and Level 1 of the Economy Garage.

  • How do I get from San Diego International Airport to downtown San Diego?

    San Diego International Airport is located less than 2.5 miles northwest of San Diego City and can be accessed via either private or public transportation. The cheapest way to get from the airport to downtown San Diego is by taking the line 992 bus, which will take less than 20min to get to the city. You can catch the bus at the Lindbergh Field & Terminal 1 Station, and the bus arrives at Broadway & State Station.

  • Is Los Angeles International Airport pet friendly?

    When departing from Los Angeles International Airport with your furry friend, you are required to always have them on a leash or in a carrier, except for when they are in a relief station. The airport provides 11 pet relief stations located in various terminals throughout the premises, eight of which are indoor and three outdoor stations.

  • What accessibility facilities are offered at San Diego International Airport?

    San Diego International Airport provides wheelchair services for passengers with impaired mobility upon request. The airport also has Airport Traffic Officers, Harbor Police Officers, and Volunteer Airport Ambassadors located throughout the airport to assist passengers with any special needs. The available accessibility features include accessible restrooms, courtesy carts, visual paging monitors, and TDD telephones.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to San Diego?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego was $137 for a one-way ticket and $169 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Los Angeles to San Diego?

    JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, Aeromexico, Delta, and American Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Los Angeles to San Diego flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to San Diego?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Los Angeles to San Diego flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Los Angeles to San Diego?

    SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Los Angeles and San Diego, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Los Angeles to San Diego?

    There are direct flights from Los Angeles to San Diego on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Los Angeles to San Diego, Delta or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Los Angeles to San Diego are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $289 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $337 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to San Diego?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Los Angeles to San Diego.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to San Diego?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Diego from Los Angeles is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Los Angeles to San Diego?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San Diego with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Diego from Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to San Diego

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $346 or less round-trip.
  • When planning a trip out of Los Angeles International (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN), you are advised to arrive at the airport at least 2h before your time of departure to avoid any inconveniences from screening and boarding delays.
  • If you lose any of your items while at Los Angeles International Airport, you will be required to fill online claim form where you give a description of the item and specify the location where you lost it.
  • Los Angeles International Airport provides nursing rooms where nursing mothers can breastfeed or pump privately. They are located at Terminals 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and the Tom Bradley International Terminal.
  • If you need to relax or get some work done on arrival at the San Diego International Airport, make use of the four lounges available in Terminal 2 of the airport. Three lounges are located inside security, while the Neil Ash USO Center is the only lounge located outside security.
  • Traveling with children from Los Angeles International Airport is a great experience as the airport provides a beach-themed play area inside the Tom Bradley International Terminal. Children from the ages of 2-11 can immerse themselves in the experience that features multiple sculpted foam pieces resembling dolphins, beach toys, and waves.
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Prefer to fly direct from Los Angeles to San Diego?

Find which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles to San Diego, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Los Angeles to San Diego

Monday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +18 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +19 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +19 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +20 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air France, +18 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +19 more

Thursday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +19 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +20 more

Friday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +19 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +20 more

Saturday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air France, +17 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +18 more

Sunday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +19 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +20 more

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Direct returns

San Diego to Los Angeles

Monday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +18 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +19 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +18 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +19 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air France, +18 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +19 more

Thursday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +18 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +19 more

Friday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +18 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +19 more

Saturday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +20 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +21 more

Sunday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +19 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +20 more

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Top airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Diego

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Diego. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Los Angeles to San Diego? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
DeltaOverall score based on 10861 reviews
8.2Boarding
7.9Comfort
8.0Entertainment
7.4Food
8.6Crew
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I didn’t not like that I could not select my seat and ended up with the worse seat.

2.0 MediocreCarisa, Mar 2024LAX - HNL
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I didn’t not like that I could not select my seat and ended up with the worse seat.

Everything was very good other than I had selected a specific seat when I booked the flight and they changed it once I checked-in the day before my flight. I was still in first class but lost my aisle seat for a window seat. Being tall, the aisle offers more comfort so I always select an aisle seat.

Flight diverted in SD. Later take off in Seattle by 1.3hrs

Great, on time departure, friendly and accommodating crew, great leg room, Smith flight

Was a great smooth flight from Detroit to San Diego.

The boarding process was terrible especially with an indirect flight Chicago to Seattle to San Diego was terrible talking about we overbooked a flight idk if I’d take this airline ever again we got off our flight from Chicago to Seattle and we traveled for business and they told us our connecting flight was over booked and their was no seats asking people to take a delayed next flight and they don’t tell anyone coughing to wear masks seats 30A-B were terrible during the flight no one wants to sit next to people coughing all around I don’t want to be sick traveling for work or get sick anytime it’s very upsetting the staff doesn’t take this stuff serious to tell them to wear masks when they see people coughing and sneezing

I guess they don’t serve drinks on planes anymore

They made us check our bag…. Even though there was plenty of space up top… and then proceeded to shatter by brand new luggage 😞

It was a very smooth ride. Not sure on a flight departing at midnight can be much better but it was late arriving and I had an early day so really just the logistics.

Really liked the choice of the 4 free snack options. Crew great. Good vibe on plane.

Terrible! The plane was old and you are required to connect your own device to their Wi-Fi rather than have entertainment options in the back of the seat in front of you. The Wi-Fi went out during the flight and there was only one plug for the devices every two seats. Three out of five surrounding my family did not work. The seats and spaces under them were so small I could not fit my backpack, which I’ve always brought on flights and fit before no problem. The crew were unpleasant and patronizing.

Left 2 hours later for delayed I had to take care a kid with special need since people don’t want to move to accommodate the rest of the family. . It wasn’t bad but that made me upset that people can be that selfish.

For a 22 minute flight all you expect is for it to be safe and comfortable

Flight was on time. Staff were friendly. I paid for Economy Plus but was required to check my standard carry-on luggage due to lack of space on the aircraft. This cost me 30 minutes, unexpectedly, in waiting at the baggage claim. This experience did not meet my expectations.

Wouldn’t let me check in said couldn’t find a ticket had to wait very long Time

I liked that we arrived earlier, you could improve your snacks give away

I got upgraded, so comfort was not an issue. But as always, it is the people from baggage handlers, flight attendants, pilots etc. that make the difference.

Horrible. Delayed on both planes several times. No attempt to fix it

The crew were great. The boarding process was unclear where to line up. Plane was very old. Flew on a new plane flying from LA to Houston. Business class was great. Plane from Houston to Merida was very old. The plane from LA to Houston made me think I should fly United more. The plane from Houston to Merida made me think I should stick with Aero Mexico and Volaris.

The seats seem to be a little cramped, and there really is no entertainment unless you use your own device, which I'm not able to do. The flight from LAX to Palm Springs - passengers put small items in the overhead bins, like small backpacks, jackets, purses. When I boarded, the bin over my seat was full and I had to search to find a bin for my roller bag. I noticed hardly anyone had an item stowed under their seat. There should be more guidelines for people to follow.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Los Angeles to San Diego found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
4/6Tue
1 stopAlaska Airlines
14h 42mLAX-SAN
$211
26/9Thu
1 stopAlaska Airlines
3h 47mLAX-SAN
$259
29/6Sat
directDelta
0h 51mLAX-SAN
$300
4/6Tue
directDelta
0h 57mLAX-SAN
$308
2/9Mon
1 stopAlaska Airlines
19h 29mLAX-SAN
$328
25/6Tue
directDelta
0h 54mLAX-SAN
$331
22/8Thu
2 stopsAlaska Airlines
12h 57mLAX-SAN
$345
12/7Fri
2 stopsAlaska Airlines
12h 42mLAX-SAN
$376
21/5Tue
directDelta
0h 50mLAX-SAN
$407
3/6Mon
1 stopUnited Airlines
21h 00mLAX-SAN
$445

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Last minute flights from Los Angeles to San Diego

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Los Angeles to San Diego that are departing in the next 10 days.
5/5Sun
directDelta
0h 52mLAX-SAN
15/5Wed
directDelta
1h 10mSAN-LAX
$339
5/5Sun
directDelta
0h 54mLAX-SAN
12/5Sun
directDelta
1h 10mSAN-LAX
$353
3/5Fri
directDelta
1h 01mLAX-SAN
5/5Sun
directDelta
1h 09mSAN-LAX
$399
3/5Fri
directDelta
1h 01mLAX-SAN
5/5Sun
directDelta
1h 09mSAN-LAX
$414
5/5Sun
directDelta
0h 54mLAX-SAN
15/5Wed
multi-stopDelta
10h 43mSAN-LAX
$613
5/5Sun
directUnited Airlines
1h 01mLAX-SAN
15/5Wed
multi-stopUnited Airlines
19h 42mSAN-LAX
$636
5/5Sun
directUnited Airlines
1h 01mLAX-SAN
12/5Sun
multi-stopUnited Airlines
9h 40mSAN-LAX
$726
5/5Sun
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
15h 27mLAX-SAN
15/5Wed
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
5h 26mSAN-LAX
$983
5/5Sun
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
19h 39mLAX-SAN
15/5Wed
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
11h 27mSAN-LAX
$1,136
4/5Sat
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
12h 06mLAX-SAN
15/5Wed
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
11h 29mSAN-LAX
$1,723

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Los Angeles - San Diego Flights

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Los Angeles (LAX)United States

Destination:

San Diego (SAN)United States

Cabin classes:

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