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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Los Angeles to San Diego
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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?
If you are unable to visit San Diego during the month of January, then departing from Los Angeles during the month July is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $183.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Diego?
The cheapest day to depart from Los Angeles to San Diego is on a Thursday. Travelers who choose to depart for San Diego on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as $202. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Monday because tickets tend to average around $399. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to San Diego.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Diego?
The cheapest time of day to fly to San Diego is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $179. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $243.
What is the cheapest Los Angeles to San Diego flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Diego?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Diego from Los Angeles when booking 10 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around $214 when searching 10 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Diego from Los Angeles for as low as $143 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Los Angeles to San Diego flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Los Angeles to San Diego flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles to San Diego?
Spirit Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to San Diego
What airlines fly to San Diego?
United Airlines, Delta and Spirit Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Diego from Los Angeles according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Diego. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to San Diego on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Los Angeles to San Diego on average per day?
As of April 2025, there are 42 flights per day flying from Los Angeles to San Diego. The most common time of day flights depart is 4:00PM, with 44% of flights taking off in the afternoon.
How many flights depart from Los Angeles to San Diego on average per week?
As of April 2025, 299 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in San Diego each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.
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How far is Los Angeles to San Diego by plane?
There are 114.0 mi between Los Angeles and San Diego. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 0h 52m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San Diego Airport?
Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San Diego Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San Diego Airport?
As of April 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San Diego Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to San Diego Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to San Diego Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Diego Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Diego Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Los Angeles to San Diego?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Los Angeles to San Diego is Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) (73.11% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A321-100/200 (2.95%), Airbus A321neo (2.95%), and Boeing 737-900 (1.64%).
What is the most popular airline from Los Angeles to San Diego?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Los Angeles to San Diego is Delta (51% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are United Airlines (34%) and Spirit Airlines (14%).
Best airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Diego
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Los Angeles to San Diego with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $64 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 7,935 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $154 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,922 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $159 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,684 reviews |
Delta Flights From Los Angeles to San Diego
Delta is one of the most popular airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Diego, operating 15 flights/week on average for this route. A good Delta flight deal for Los Angeles to San Diego starts from $154 round-trip, up to an average price of $210. Our users have rated Delta at 8.0/10.
United Airlines Flights From Los Angeles to San Diego
United Airlines (7.4/10 from 8,684 reviews) operates around 27 flights from Los Angeles to San Diego in any given week. The average United Airlines airfare for this route is around $239, with deals from around $159 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip Los Angeles to San Diego flight searches in the last 72 hours.
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Los Angeles to San Diego?
To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to San Diego from Los Angeles.
Can I find flights from Los Angeles to San Diego with flexible booking policies on momondo?
All flight searches from Los Angeles to San Diego on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.
How can momondo help me find flights from Los Angeles to San Diego?
momondo helps you find the best flight between Los Angeles and San Diego by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Los Angeles to San Diego right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are simply researching potential flights to San Diego, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to San Diego from Los Angeles and alert you when they change.