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6:15 am - 1:13 pmSAN-LAX
6h 58m1 stop
9:08 am - 1:05 pmLAX-SAN
3h 57m1 stop
$81Spirit Airlines
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Sat, Jan 18 - Tue, Jan 28
6:06 pm - 10:51 pmSAN-LAX
4h 45m1 stop
8:56 am - 5:11 pmLAX-SAN
8h 15m1 stop
$82Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Dec 18 - Wed, Dec 25
6:15 am - 8:31 pmSAN-LAX
14h 16m1 stop
8:08 pm - 2:05 pmLAX-SAN
17h 57m1 stop
Sat, Jan 4 - Sat, Jan 11
10:55 am - 12:14 pmSAN-LAX
1h 19mnonstop
2:30 pm - 3:26 pmLAX-SAN
0h 56mnonstop
$179Delta
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Wed, Dec 18 - Thu, Dec 26
10:55 am - 12:14 pmSAN-LAX
1h 19mnonstop
10:35 pm - 11:32 pmLAX-SAN
0h 57mnonstop
$180Delta
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Thu, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 15
10:45 am - 11:51 amSAN-LAX
1h 06mnonstop
6:50 pm - 7:53 pmLAX-SAN
1h 03mnonstop
$184United Airlines
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Wed, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 10
8:59 pm - 7:29 amSAN-LAX
10h 30m1 stop
9:59 pm - 6:13 pmLAX-SAN
20h 14m1 stop
$224Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 10
9:59 pm - 5:52 pmSAN-LAX
19h 53m1 stop
8:05 am - 11:38 amLAX-SAN
3h 33m1 stop
$237Alaska Airlines
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Mon, Feb 24 - Thu, Mar 13
6:15 am - 7:19 amSAN-LAX
1h 04mnonstop
8:27 am - 9:32 amLAX-SAN
1h 05mnonstop
$239United Airlines
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Thu, Dec 26 - Tue, Jan 7
9:53 am - 10:25 pmSAN-LAX
12h 32m2 stops
6:18 pm - 11:52 pmLAX-SAN
29h 34m3 stops
Mon, Jan 13 - Fri, Jan 24
7:16 pm - 10:51 pmSAN-LAX
3h 35m1 stop
$40Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Dec 31
6:15 am - 1:13 pmSAN-LAX
6h 58m1 stop
$41Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Jan 15
6:15 am - 9:54 amSAN-LAX
3h 39m1 stop
$42Spirit Airlines
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9:59 pm - 5:52 pmSAN-LAX
19h 53m1 stop
$127Alaska Airlines
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Fri, Feb 14
6:20 am - 2:59 pmSAN-LAX
8h 39m1 stop
$131Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Jan 21
7:45 pm - 8:43 amSAN-LAX
12h 58m2 stops
$192United Airlines
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Fri, Dec 13
6:15 am - 7:35 amSAN-LAX
1h 20mnonstop
$204Delta
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6:15 am - 5:55 pmSAN-LAX
11h 40m2 stops
$212United Airlines
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Thu, Jan 16
10:54 am - 12:11 pmSAN-LAX
1h 17mnonstop
$224Delta
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Fri, Jan 17
10:35 am - 12:50 pmSAN-LAX
50h 15m2 stops
$1,875Qatar Airways
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Thu, Feb 20
10:27 pm - 8:11 amSAN-LAX
9h 44m1 stop
8:35 pm - 6:40 amLAX-SAN
10h 05m1 stop
$142Spirit Airlines
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Mon, Nov 25 - Mon, Dec 2
10:27 pm - 8:11 amSAN-LAX
9h 44m1 stop
12:27 pm - 9:36 pmLAX-SAN
9h 09m2 stops
$175Spirit Airlines
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Mon, Nov 25 - Mon, Dec 2
10:27 pm - 8:11 amSAN-LAX
9h 44m1 stop
8:35 pm - 6:40 amLAX-SAN
10h 05m1 stop
$196Spirit Airlines
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Mon, Nov 25 - Tue, Nov 26
6:57 pm - 10:25 amSAN-LAX
15h 28m2 stops
8:35 pm - 6:40 amLAX-SAN
10h 05m1 stop
$230Spirit Airlines
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Mon, Nov 25 - Tue, Nov 26
6:57 pm - 1:18 pmSAN-LAX
18h 21m2 stops
6:40 am - 11:30 amLAX-SAN
4h 50m1 stop
$238Spirit Airlines
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Sun, Nov 24 - Tue, Nov 26
6:30 am - 7:44 amSAN-LAX
1h 14mnonstop
5:05 pm - 6:01 pmLAX-SAN
0h 56mnonstop
$249Delta
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Mon, Nov 25 - Mon, Dec 2
6:30 am - 7:44 amSAN-LAX
1h 14mnonstop
5:05 pm - 6:01 pmLAX-SAN
0h 56mnonstop
$299Delta
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Fri, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 24
6:15 am - 7:20 amSAN-LAX
1h 05mnonstop
10:55 pm - 11:58 pmLAX-SAN
1h 03mnonstop
$359United Airlines
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Fri, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 24
8:49 pm - 9:55 pmSAN-LAX
1h 06mnonstop
10:55 pm - 11:58 pmLAX-SAN
1h 03mnonstop
$449United Airlines
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Thu, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 23
1:25 pm - 6:35 pmSAN-LAX
5h 10m1 stop
7:55 am - 11:35 amLAX-SAN
3h 40m1 stop
$1,609American Airlines
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Thu, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 23
10:55 am - 12:14 pmSAN-LAX
1h 19mnonstop
2:30 pm - 3:26 pmLAX-SAN
0h 56mnonstop
$179Delta
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Wed, Dec 18 - Thu, Dec 26
10:55 am - 12:14 pmSAN-LAX
1h 19mnonstop
10:35 pm - 11:32 pmLAX-SAN
0h 57mnonstop
$180Delta
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Thu, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 15
10:45 am - 11:51 amSAN-LAX
1h 06mnonstop
6:50 pm - 7:53 pmLAX-SAN
1h 03mnonstop
$184United Airlines
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Wed, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 10
6:45 pm - 7:54 pmSAN-LAX
1h 09mnonstop
5:22 pm - 6:19 pmLAX-SAN
0h 57mnonstop
$189Delta
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Sun, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 14
6:30 am - 7:44 amSAN-LAX
1h 14mnonstop
9:59 pm - 10:59 pmLAX-SAN
1h 00mnonstop
$239Delta
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Thu, Feb 27 - Mon, Mar 17
10:45 am - 11:51 amSAN-LAX
1h 06mnonstop
8:45 am - 9:48 amLAX-SAN
1h 03mnonstop
$244United Airlines
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Tue, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 10
8:51 pm - 9:55 pmSAN-LAX
1h 04mnonstop
8:27 am - 9:32 amLAX-SAN
1h 05mnonstop
$323United Airlines
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Fri, Dec 20 - Sat, Jan 11
6:15 am - 7:19 amSAN-LAX
1h 04mnonstop
8:27 am - 9:32 amLAX-SAN
1h 05mnonstop
$329United Airlines
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Wed, Jan 15 - Mon, Jan 20
6:15 am - 7:19 amSAN-LAX
1h 04mnonstop
8:20 am - 9:25 amLAX-SAN
1h 05mnonstop
$402United Airlines
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Thu, Dec 19 - Thu, Dec 19
6:15 am - 7:35 amSAN-LAX
1h 20mnonstop
2:30 pm - 3:26 pmLAX-SAN
0h 56mnonstop
$407Delta
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Spirit Airlines flights from San Diego to Los Angeles

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on San Diego to Los Angeles flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Jan 18
SAN6:15 amSan Diego
6h 58m
1 stop
LAX1:13 pmLos Angeles
Jan 28
LAX9:08 amLos Angeles
3h 57m
1 stop
SAN1:05 pmSan Diego
Spirit Airlines
Dec 18
SAN6:06 pmSan Diego
4h 45m
1 stop
LAX10:51 pmLos Angeles
Dec 25
LAX8:56 amLos Angeles
8h 15m
1 stop
SAN5:11 pmSan Diego
Spirit Airlines
Jan 15
SAN6:15 amSan Diego
9h 08m
1 stop
LAX3:23 pmLos Angeles
Jan 29
LAX9:08 amLos Angeles
6h 21m
1 stop
SAN3:29 pmSan Diego

Delta flights from San Diego to Los Angeles

Our best Delta deals on San Diego to Los Angeles flight tickets
Delta
Dec 18
SAN10:55 amSan Diego
1h 19m
LAX12:14 pmLos Angeles
Dec 26
LAX2:30 pmLos Angeles
0h 56m
SAN3:26 pmSan Diego
Delta
Dec 12
SAN10:55 amSan Diego
1h 19m
LAX12:14 pmLos Angeles
Dec 15
LAX10:35 pmLos Angeles
0h 57m
SAN11:32 pmSan Diego
Delta
Dec 1
SAN6:45 pmSan Diego
1h 09m
LAX7:54 pmLos Angeles
Dec 14
LAX5:22 pmLos Angeles
0h 57m
SAN6:19 pmSan Diego

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

October. The cheapest time of year to fly to Los Angeles from San Diego is October. Most expensive is March

What is the cheapest day to depart San Diego for Los Angeles?

Tuesday. The cheapest day of the week is typically Tuesday. The most expensive is typically Thursday

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Diego to Los Angeles?

At noon. San Diego to Los Angeles flights are approximately 62% more expensive in the morning than at noon

What is the cheapest San Diego to Los Angeles flight route?

San Diego - Los Angeles. Fly from San Diego to Los Angeles for the best San Diego - Los Angeles flight prices

How far in advance should you book San Diego to Los Angeles flights?

19 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from San Diego to Los Angeles is approximately 19 days to departure

What cabin class options are available on San Diego to Los Angeles flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San Diego to Los Angeles flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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You could potentially save up to 80% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Diego to Los Angeles flight.

How have San Diego to Los Angeles flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2024, prices for San Diego to Los Angeles flights are approximately 35% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$40

Fastest flight time

1h 04m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Los Angeles

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Los Angeles from San Diego in the past 72 hours is $40. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to Los Angeles found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $81.
The fastest flight from San Diego to Los Angeles takes 1h 04m
Direct flights go from San Diego to Los Angeles every day.
There is 1 airport near Los Angeles: Los Angeles (LAX)

  • How far is San Diego to Los Angeles by plane?

    The distance between San Diego and Los Angeles is about 114.0 mi. Flights usually cover this in 1h 04m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Los Angeles Airport?

    Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Los Angeles Airport refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to Los Angeles Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Diego Airport to Los Angeles Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from San Diego to Los Angeles

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $65Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,175 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $158Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,173 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $158Free CancellationRating
8.0
8,759 reviews
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  • Delta Flights From San Diego to Los Angeles

    Delta flight deals from San Diego to Los Angeles start from $158 round-trip. Over the 12 Delta flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $179 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

  • United Airlines Flights From San Diego to Los Angeles

    United Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. United Airlines flight deals for San Diego to Los Angeles start from as low as $158 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $218. United Airlines operates 20 flights to Los Angeles from San Diego in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 9,172 reviews.


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All flight searches from San Diego to Los Angeles on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

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