How many flights depart from Los Angeles to San Diego on average per day?

The number of flights available between Los Angeles and San Diego is 40 per day as of July 2025. The most frequent departure time is 18:00, with 70% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to San Diego on average per week?

As of July 2025, 282 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in San Diego each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Fri, with 18% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

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 are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, 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 necessary travel and health documents for your San Diego Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

£40 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to San Diego in 2025

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Los Angeles and San Diego?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from £117 to £191. The lowest price recently found on this route was £80.

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19:58 - 23:37LAX-SAN

3h 39m1 stop

13:17 - 19:03SAN-LAX

5h 46m1 stop

£80Spirit Airlines

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Sat, 23 Aug - Sat, 30 Aug

10:43 - 23:37LAX-SAN

12h 54m2 stops

06:15 - 13:21SAN-LAX

7h 06m1 stop

£107Spirit Airlines

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Sat, 23 Aug - Sat, 30 Aug

14:25 - 15:19LAX-SAN

0h 54mdirect

06:20 - 07:32SAN-LAX

1h 12mdirect

£132Delta

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Thu, 31 Jul - Sun, 3 Aug

08:20 - 09:18LAX-SAN

0h 58mdirect

19:35 - 20:50SAN-LAX

1h 15mdirect

£132Delta

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Thu, 31 Jul - Sun, 3 Aug

18:00 - 18:54LAX-SAN

0h 54mdirect

16:00 - 17:04SAN-LAX

1h 04mdirect

£135Delta

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Mon, 28 Jul - Mon, 4 Aug

08:32 - 20:52LAX-SAN

12h 20m1 stop

21:32 - 07:20SAN-LAX

9h 48m1 stop

£138Alaska Airlines

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Thu, 31 Jul - Sun, 3 Aug

08:50 - 15:06LAX-SAN

6h 16m1 stop

20:59 - 12:17SAN-LAX

15h 18m1 stop

£142Alaska Airlines

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Tue, 14 Oct - Tue, 14 Oct

09:05 - 10:08LAX-SAN

1h 03mdirect

06:15 - 07:27SAN-LAX

1h 12mdirect

£176United Airlines

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Sat, 9 Aug - Sun, 10 Aug

22:43 - 23:44LAX-SAN

1h 01mdirect

20:44 - 21:55SAN-LAX

1h 11mdirect

£177United Airlines

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Thu, 31 Jul - Sun, 3 Aug

21:00 - 11:59LAX-SAN

14h 59m1 stop

19:42 - 08:53SAN-LAX

13h 11m1 stop

£220American Airlines

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Mon, 25 Aug - Fri, 29 Aug

Spirit Airlines flights from Los Angeles to San Diego

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Spirit Airlines

23 Aug

LAX19:58Los Angeles

3h 39m

1 stop

SAN23:37San Diego

30 Aug

SAN13:17San Diego

5h 46m

1 stop

LAX19:03Los Angeles

£80

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Spirit Airlines

23 Aug

LAX10:43Los Angeles

12h 54m

2 stops

SAN23:37San Diego

30 Aug

SAN06:15San Diego

7h 06m

1 stop

LAX13:21Los Angeles

£107

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Spirit Airlines

23 Aug

LAX22:50Los Angeles

32h 31m

3 stops

SAN07:21San Diego

30 Aug

SAN06:15San Diego

17h 44m

2 stops

LAX23:59Los Angeles

£224

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Alaska Airlines flights from Los Angeles to San Diego

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Alaska Airlines

31 Jul

LAX08:32Los Angeles

12h 20m

1 stop

SAN20:52San Diego

3 Aug

SAN21:32San Diego

9h 48m

1 stop

LAX07:20Los Angeles

£138

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Alaska Airlines

14 Oct

LAX08:50Los Angeles

6h 16m

1 stop

SAN15:06San Diego

14 Oct

SAN20:59San Diego

15h 18m

1 stop

LAX12:17Los Angeles

£142

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Alaska Airlines

31 Jul

LAX22:42Los Angeles

13h 01m

1 stop

SAN11:43San Diego

3 Aug

SAN18:57San Diego

12h 23m

1 stop

LAX07:20Los Angeles

£147

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Los Angeles to San Diego

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Los Angeles and San Diego?

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

If you don’t want to visit San Diego in January, then you should wait until July to fly from Los Angeles, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £132.

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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around £152 when searching weeks before you fly. 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 £108 on momondo.

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

There are 1 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.

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

As of July 2025, prices for Los Angeles to San Diego flights are approximately 32% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Los Angeles to San Diego

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Los Angeles to San Diego according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Cheap Los Angeles to San Diego (LAX to SAN) flight deals and tips

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Best price found	£40
Fastest flight time	0h 54m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in San Diego	1 airport

The best one-way flight to San Diego from Los Angeles in the past 72 hours is £40. The best return flight deal from Los Angeles to San Diego found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £80.

The fastest flight from Los Angeles to San Diego takes 0h 54m

Direct flights go from Los Angeles to San Diego every day.

There is 1 airport near San Diego: San Diego (SAN)

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How far is Los Angeles to San Diego by plane?
The straight-line distance from Los Angeles to San Diego is 114.0 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 0h 54m.
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 are refreshed on a daily basis.
How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to San Diego Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, 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 necessary travel and health documents for your San Diego Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking 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?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Los Angeles to San Diego is Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets), representing 53.93% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 at 7.33%, Airbus A321-100/200 at 4.19%, and Airbus A321neo at 4.19%.

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