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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Diego from £71

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 15/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SAN
27 Jan — 3 Feb1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Diego (SAN). 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 22 January 2025.

Round-trip from

£146

One-way from

£71

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£158
Delta
  • Delta
  • 13/2-16/2
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 08m total
  • Los Angeles to San Diego
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 15/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 16m total
  • Los Angeles to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (£5 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£2 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

Find flight deals from Los Angeles to San Diego

Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 January 2025.

Thu 13/221:55LAX - SAN
Nonstop0h 56mDelta
Sun 16/217:45SAN - LAX
Nonstop1h 12mDelta
Deal found 21/1£146
Wed 12/222:55LAX - SAN
Nonstop1h 03mUnited Airlines
Sat 15/210:05SAN - LAX
Nonstop1h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/1£194
Thu 20/207:00LAX - SAN
1 stop5h 08mAlaska Airlines
Thu 20/220:59SAN - LAX
1 stop10h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 21/1£203

Find flights from Los Angeles to San Diego within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to San Diego 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 22 January 2025.

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Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

Thu 13/2

21:55-22:51

Nonstop0h 56m

San Diego

Sun 16/2

17:45-18:57

Nonstop1h 12m

£146

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

Wed 12/2

22:55-23:58

Nonstop1h 03m

San Diego

Sat 15/2

10:05-11:11

Nonstop1h 06m

£194

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

Thu 20/2

07:00-12:08

1 stop5h 08m

San Diego

Thu 20/2

20:59-07:22

1 stop10h 23m

£203

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

Tue 15/4

19:55-09:11

1 stop13h 16m

£71

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

Mon 24/2

22:50-10:04

2 stops11h 14m

£155

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

Fri 18/7

05:45-18:26

1 stop12h 41m

£181

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

Mon 7/4

16:20-14:53

2 stops46h 33m

£1,648

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 21/1

Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego

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Travel insights for flights from Los Angeles to San Diego

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Los Angeles to San Diego. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Los Angeles to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 63 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego (average of £585). Flying from Los Angeles to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of £920). 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 LAX to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 January 2025.

When flying from Los Angeles to San Diego, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to San Diego. 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 22 January 2025.

The most flights from LAX to SAN are scheduled on a Monday (35 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 on average).

Rainfall in San Diego by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 58.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 58.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Diego by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated 22 January 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Alaska Airlines and United Airlines from Los Angeles to San Diego have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very Good
9,706 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

8.0
Very Good
9,706 reviews
8.0
Very Good
9,706 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

8.0
Very Good
8,521 reviews
8.0
Very Good
9,706 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

7.5
Good
3,752 reviews
8.0
Very Good
9,706 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

7.4
Good
8,985 reviews
8.0
Very Good
9,706 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How popular is this Los Angeles to San Diego flight route?

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

    Delta, at £146, was found to be the cheapest airline from Los Angeles to San Diego.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include United Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Delta is 17% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    £71 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Alaska Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from £155 and £181, respectively.

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

    Consider Air China (89%), ANA (88%) or Copa Airlines (88%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Los Angeles to San Diego.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles to San Diego 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 Los Angeles to San Diego?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego (average of £585). Flying from Los Angeles to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of £920). 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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