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Cheap flights from San Diego to Philadelphia from £121

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — PHL
20 Nov — 27 Nov1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Philadelphia (PHL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 November 2024.

Round-trip from

£175

One-way from

£121

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Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 29/12-5/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 15m total
  • San Diego to Philadelphia
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Delta
  • Delta
  • 12/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 47m total
  • San Diego to Philadelphia
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 November 2024.

Wed 4/1210:10SAN - PHL
3 stops29h 10mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/1220:27PHL - SAN
3 stops22h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 14/11£237
Fri 6/1211:12SAN - PHL
1 stop8h 38mDelta
Mon 9/1218:45PHL - SAN
1 stop8h 11mDelta
Deal found 14/11£243
Sat 7/1207:50SAN - PHL
2 stops10h 05mSouthwest
Tue 10/1207:35PHL - SAN
2 stops10h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 14/11£285
Sat 7/1206:15SAN - PHL
1 stop7h 59mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/1214:36PHL - SAN
1 stop8h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/11£322
Sun 29/1219:30SAN - PHL
1 stop7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/109:00PHL - SAN
Nonstop5h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 14/11£333
Wed 4/1216:35SAN - PHL
1 stop9h 43mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/1221:53PHL - SAN
1 stop28h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/11£419
Mon 9/1208:16SAN - PHL
2 stops10h 52mAlaska Airlines
Thu 12/1207:14PHL - SAN
1 stop9h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 15/11£627

Find flights from San Diego to Philadelphia within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Philadelphia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 943,810 searches. Data last updated 15 November 2024.

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SAN - PHL

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San Diego

Wed 4/12

10:10-18:20

3 stops29h 10m

Philadelphia

Thu 5/12

20:27-15:45

3 stops22h 18m

£237

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SAN - PHL

SANPHL

San Diego

Fri 6/12

11:12-22:50

1 stop8h 38m

Philadelphia

Mon 9/12

18:45-23:56

1 stop8h 11m

£243

San DiegoPhiladelphia

SAN - PHL

SANPHL

San Diego

Thu 10/4

22:30-10:27

1 stop8h 57m

Philadelphia

Sat 12/4

10:10-19:57

2 stops12h 47m

£247

San DiegoPhiladelphia

SAN - PHL

SANPHL

San Diego

Sat 7/12

07:50-20:55

2 stops10h 05m

Philadelphia

Tue 10/12

07:35-14:35

2 stops10h 00m

£285

San DiegoPhiladelphia

SAN - PHL

SANPHL

San Diego

Sun 29/12

19:30-06:15

1 stop7h 45m

Philadelphia

Sun 5/1

09:00-11:54

Nonstop5h 54m

£333

San DiegoPhiladelphia

SAN - PHL

SANPHL

San Diego

Wed 4/12

16:35-05:18

1 stop9h 43m

Philadelphia

Thu 5/12

21:53-23:49

1 stop28h 56m

£419

San DiegoPhiladelphia

SAN - PHL

SANPHL

San Diego

Fri 28/2

18:53-12:42

2 stops14h 49m

Philadelphia

Sun 2/3

07:20-19:10

2 stops14h 50m

£447

San DiegoPhiladelphia

SAN - PHL

SANPHL

San Diego

Sun 12/1

06:15-17:02

1 stop7h 47m

£121

San DiegoPhiladelphia

SAN - PHL

SANPHL

San Diego

Thu 2/1

20:05-11:38

2 stops12h 33m

£147

San DiegoPhiladelphia

SAN - PHL

SANPHL

San Diego

Wed 20/11

11:25-23:20

2 stops8h 55m

£183

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Philadelphia

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Diego to Philadelphia including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Philadelphia?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San Diego to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on 8 November 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Philadelphia, you should look to book at least 30 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Philadelphia?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Philadelphia (average of £644). Flying from San Diego to Philadelphia in July is currently the most expensive (average of £782). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 November 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Diego to Philadelphia as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Philadelphia

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Philadelphia. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 15 November 2024.

The most flights from SAN to PHL are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Rainfall in Philadelphia by month

Plan your trip to Philadelphia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Philadelphia ranges from 69.0 - 112.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Philadelphia when rainfall is around 69.0 mm.

Temperature in Philadelphia by month

Plan your trip to Philadelphia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philadelphia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Philadelphia. Reviews last updated 15 November 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines and Southwest from San Diego to Philadelphia by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
5,044 reviews
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Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest
8.1
Very Good
5,044 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
5,044 reviews
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Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,446 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
5,044 reviews
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Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,786 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
5,044 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,193 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
5,044 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
5,044 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Philadelphia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Philadelphia round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Diego to Philadelphia round-trip from £222. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from £243, and United Airlines, from £247. Spirit Airlines is priced at 40% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Philadelphia one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £121 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from £147 and Southwest from £183 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to Philadelphia?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Diego to Philadelphia on time: American Airlines (82%), Qatar Airways (81%), British Airways (81%).

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Philadelphia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to Philadelphia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Philadelphia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Diego to Philadelphia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Philadelphia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Philadelphia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Philadelphia?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Philadelphia (average of £644). Flying from San Diego to Philadelphia in July is currently the most expensive (average of £782). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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