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$21 Find cheap flights from San Francisco to San Diego

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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to San Diego (SFO-SAN)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to San Diego that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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5:48 pm - 7:21 pmSFO-SAN
1h 33mnonstop
1:56 pm - 3:32 pmSAN-SFO
1h 36mnonstop
$38Frontier
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Tue, Aug 13 - Wed, Aug 14
4:22 pm - 5:55 pmSFO-SAN
1h 33mnonstop
3:20 pm - 4:56 pmSAN-SFO
1h 36mnonstop
$40Frontier
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Wed, Aug 21 - Sat, Aug 24
5:48 pm - 7:21 pmSFO-SAN
1h 33mnonstop
3:20 pm - 4:56 pmSAN-SFO
1h 36mnonstop
$48Frontier
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Tue, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 5
1:39 pm - 3:12 pmSFO-SAN
1h 33mnonstop
3:22 pm - 4:58 pmSAN-SFO
1h 36mnonstop
$53Frontier
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Mon, Aug 12 - Tue, Aug 20
6:59 pm - 10:18 pmSFO-SAN
3h 19m1 stop
6:28 pm - 11:49 pmSAN-SFO
5h 21m1 stop
$101Delta
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Thu, Aug 15 - Mon, Aug 19
10:00 am - 4:06 pmSFO-SAN
6h 06m1 stop
6:28 pm - 11:49 pmSAN-SFO
5h 21m1 stop
$156Delta
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Tue, Aug 13 - Tue, Aug 20
9:20 am - 3:21 pmSFO-SAN
6h 01m1 stop
9:23 am - 4:01 pmSAN-SFO
6h 38m1 stop
$158American Airlines
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Thu, Aug 29 - Sun, Sep 1
10:15 pm - 11:55 pmSFO-SAN
1h 40mnonstop
6:16 am - 7:50 amSAN-SFO
1h 34mnonstop
$165United Airlines
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Thu, Aug 8 - Sun, Aug 11
9:00 am - 10:41 amSFO-SAN
1h 41mnonstop
6:20 am - 8:00 amSAN-SFO
1h 40mnonstop
$192Alaska Airlines
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Wed, Jul 24 - Sun, Jul 28
3:40 pm - 5:17 pmSFO-SAN
1h 37mnonstop
6:20 am - 8:00 amSAN-SFO
1h 40mnonstop
$212Alaska Airlines
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Fri, Jul 19 - Sun, Jul 21

Flights from San Francisco to San Diego - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to San Diego to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to San Diego?

The average price of all flights from San Francisco to San Diego clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
When flying from San Francisco to San Diego, you should consider leaving on a Tuesday and avoid Fridays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to San Francisco, you’ll find the best rates on Saturdays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to San Diego?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from San Francisco to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to San Diego is May, where tickets cost $172 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and March, where the average cost of tickets is $278 and $272 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to San Diego?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from San Francisco to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to San Diego, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 88 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco to San Diego?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 72 hours, the best return deals on flights connecting San Francisco to San Diego were found on Frontier ($38) and Delta ($101). Frontier proposed the cheapest one-way flight at $21.

Which airlines fly most frequently between San Francisco and San Diego?

Alaska Airlines connects San Francisco to San Diego with up to 7 flights per day. United Airlines also offers 7 flights per day, while Southwest follows with 6 flights per day.

Which airlines fly non-stop between San Francisco and San Diego?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from San Francisco to San Diego.
There are 4 airlines that fly nonstop from San Francisco to San Diego. They are: Alaska Airlines, Frontier, Southwest and United Airlines. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Frontier at $38 for a one-way flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Frontier.

How many flights are there between San Francisco and San Diego per day?

Each day, there are between 16 and 26 nonstop flights that take off from San Francisco and land in San Diego, with an average flight time of 1h 34m. The most common departure time is 10:00 am and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 154 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Thursday, when 17% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between San Francisco and San Diego?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 4 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from San Francisco to San Diego take?

The average nonstop flight takes 1h 30m, covering a distance of 446 miles.

What’s the earliest departure time from San Francisco to San Diego?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from San Francisco at 6:00 am and will be landing in San Diego at 7:38 am.

What’s the latest departure time from San Francisco to San Diego?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from San Francisco to San Diego jets off at 10:15 pm and lands at 11:55 pm.

Good to know

Low season

January

High season

July

Cheapest flight

$21
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 8% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 13% lower on average.
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When to book flights from San Francisco to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to San Diego based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to San Diego

  • How can I move between the terminals at San Diego International Airport (SAN)?

    San Diego International Airport (SAN) features two terminals located side-by-side. Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are connected to each other by pedestrian walkways. You can reach the Commuter Terminal from T1 by proceeding east on the sidewalk along Airport Terminal Road. Still, there are free shuttles between the parking areas, Terminal 1, and Terminal 2 running every 5-15min, 24/7.

  • Are there artworks at San Diego International Airport (SAN)?

    When you arrive at San Diego International Airport (SAN) from San Francisco International Airport (SFO), take time and marvel at the impressive artwork in Terminal 2, pre-security. The public art collection consists of subtle interventions and dramatic gestures. Various artists take part in planning and designing these beautiful pieces of art, which are thoughtfully integrated into the airport environment.

  • Which airlines allow pets in the cabin?

    Some carriers such as American Airlines allow travelers to bring their four-legged friends on board when flying from SFO to SAN. Usually, cats and dogs are the standard pets allowed in the cabin. However, you must restrain them in their cages throughout the flight.

  • Which family-friendly amenities are at San Diego International Airport (SAN)?

    Lactating and nursing moms arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN) have dedicated suites for them to pump and breastfeed in privacy. They’re located after security in Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.

  • What if I just want to relax? Is there a quiet room at San Francisco International Airport?

    Sometimes you just want a little solitude before getting on your flight. While waiting on your flight from San Francisco to San Diego, visit SFO’s yoga room in Terminal 2 where you can meditate, stretch, and exercise. There are also a number of lounges in the airport including the Delta Sky Club, United Club, and both the Admiral and Centurion Clubs (by American Express).

  • What restaurants are close to the San Francisco International Airport?

    Around the airport are a number of great restaurants for dining. Within a couple of miles is a sushi spot (Zen Sushi Bistro), a steakhouse (Hangar Steak), and a Benihana. If you prefer something quick, consider Wendy’s on Gateway Boulevard, Hana Hawaiian Barbecue on San Mateo Avenue, or McDonald’s on Airport Boulevard.

  • Are there hotels close to the San Diego International Airport?

    If you’re only in town 2-3 days, you might want to just stay at or around the airport. Staying close to the airport is also convenient when you have a very early morning flight. There are several hotels less than a mile from the airport, including the Sheraton San Diego Hotel and Holiday Inn Express.

  • Is it easy to get around the San Diego International Airport?

    Getting around SAN is not too difficult. The airport offers a simple design which includes three terminals. Terminal 1 houses Southwest, Frontier, and Allegiant Airlines. There are also numerous restaurants here for passengers such as Ciao Gourmet Market, Einstein Bros. Bagels, and Emerald Express. British Airways, jetBlue, and Alaska Airlines are all located in Terminal 2. It also offers passengers a variety of dining options from Bubbles Seafood and Wine Bar to the California Pizza Kitchen. A shuttle is easily accessible and makes it convenient to get from one terminal to the other.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to San Diego?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to San Diego was $21 for a one-way ticket and $38 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Francisco and San Diego?

    No

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Francisco to San Diego?

    San Francisco and San Diego are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave San Francisco from San Francisco and will be arriving at San Diego.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to San Diego?

    Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, American Airlines, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to San Diego flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to San Diego?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to San Diego flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to San Diego?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and San Diego, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to San Diego?

    There are nonstop flights from San Francisco to San Diego on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to San Diego, Alaska Airlines or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to San Diego are Alaska Airlines and Delta. With an average price for the route of $252 and an overall rating of 8.0, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $264 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to San Diego?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to San Diego.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to San Diego?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Diego from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to San Diego?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Diego with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and SAN can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to San Diego?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Diego from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to San Diego

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $79 or less one-way and $117 or less round-trip.
  • Several airlines run multiple lounges at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Such lounges include American Airlines Admirals Club and Delta Sky Club. Those who’ll be flying United Airlines will operate through Terminal 3, and they can find their lounge in Concourse F (inside security). These lounges are accessible to any traveler provided they agree to pay for a day pass.
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) features four passenger terminals. There’s a separate International Terminal that is delinked from the other three domestic terminals. AirTrain makes inter-terminal movement easier, as it makes regular departures every 5-15min. Also, travelers can use the walkways if they’re not in a hurry and want to burn some calories.
  • Travelers whose flights are scheduled for the early morning should consider passing a night in one of the many hotels adjacent to SFO. Usually, these establishments offer courtesy shuttles to drop their clients at their respective departure terminals. Therefore, plan and reserve a room at the Aloft San Francisco Airport to get to the airport in time, hassle-free.
  • Families traveling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) with their kids will be keen to know that SFO features rooms where moms can pump and breastfeed in privacy. These suites are situated in Terminal 3, near gates E5, F4 and F16. Also, there are sockets, sinks and chairs at your disposal.
  • Travelers who leave behind their cars before their voyage from SFO to San Diego International Airport (SAN) will have an easy time dropping them off. There are expansive parking garages, all linked to the terminals by AirTrain Blue Line. This service operates regularly every 5-15min.
  • Enjoy non-stop flights from San Francisco to San Diego with Alaska, Southwest, or United Airlines. These flights take off throughout both the day and evening and last about an hour and a half. You will depart from San Francisco International Airport and will land at San Diego International Airport.
  • Parking at San Francisco International Airport is abundant. There is long-term parking found both in a garage and lot. Parking costs around $25 per day and includes express entry and exit. Shuttle service to airport terminals is also provided 24/7.
  • Along with food and shopping, San Francisco International Airport offers a number of cultural and educational opportunities. Learn about the history of the airport through exhibits in international terminal hall. You might also read a book in the Christian Science Reading Room (Terminal 1, near Gate 40) or watch a short film in the screening room which is also in the international terminal hall.
  • San Diego International Airport, or SAN, is conveniently located off of I-5. It is a short drive from outdoor attractions like Windansea Beach and La Jolla Caves, and than 10 minutes from Petco Park (home of the San Diego Padres) and the downtown area.
  • Getting to downtown or other communities in San Diego from the airport is quite convenient via Bus Route 992. It is only a 10-minute ride and the bus will pick you up just outside of baggage claim. If you don’t want to use public transportation, there are a number of transportation companies that provide shuttle service from the airport -- simply catch a shuttle at Transportation Plaza in either Terminal 1 or 2.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from San Francisco to San Diego?

Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco to San Diego, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

San Francisco to San Diego

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +16 more

ANA, Air Canada, +17 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +16 more

ANA, Air Canada, +17 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

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Nonstop returns

San Diego to San Francisco

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +18 more

ANA, Air Canada, +19 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +18 more

ANA, Air Canada, +19 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +21 more

ANA, Air Canada, +22 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

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Top 5 airlines serving from San Francisco to San Diego

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to San Diego. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Francisco to San Diego? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 9301 reviews
8.6Crew
7.9Comfort
8.2Boarding
7.3Entertainment
7.3Food
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I like the kindness and friendliness of the crew but not the long waits between flights

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jun 2024OGG - SAN
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I like the kindness and friendliness of the crew but not the long waits between flights

USB and power ports available in seats 💺. Inadequate snack options.

Good and easy. Seats are a bit crammed and plane was small.

Be prepared for departure delays at SFO while the runways are under construction. No fault of the airlines, so be flexible. Alaska is my favorite air line but needs to pay flight attendants for all the time they're at work, not just when in the air.

Flying any other airline, even Frontier is better than Alaska

I had never flown Alaska Airlines before. I’ll definitely use them again. Seats were comfortable and roomier than expected.

I like the big picture of the Eskimo on the tail of the plane.

The crew was the best I’ve had the experience of flying with. A misbehaving child was making things difficult for me with bopping my tray table, taking my snack, and continually tapping or bumping me. The crew quietly and respectfully moved me to another seat, and thanked me for my patience. They couldn’t have been more kind. Their professionalism really stood out to me and I am more than happy to leave a great review for them!

Flight was delayed 2 hours. It was too cold inside the cabin. My seat mate had no jacket so she was shivering the entire flight. The stewardess says there’s no available blanket.

I wasn't impressed with the entertainment selection, and the snack sizes were small. But the entire crew was professional and did a great job. For that I would fly Alaska again.

The entertainment wasn’t playing in the app or online.

Connecting flights were poor,especially in Naples.our Lufthansa air bus was a joke.way too small for that long of a flight.no room at all.couldn’t even get out of the seats to move around or go to the bathrooms.we thought we were getting an actual air bus,double decker.i will never fly that long in a plane like that again.kind of misleading to call it an air bus.we actually had more room on our buses that we used.

Horrible, the flights kept delaying, so it is obvious that we won't be able to make it to the next connection. No easier/real agent on site to help you figure this out. UA agent on other counters refuse to assist you and direct us to use the QR code/call customer service. So inefficient and poor. While technology seems convenient, but it's not the best interest/experience for customers need help while there is active issue need assistance.

Flight was delayed due to the late arrival of the catering truck, which is quite unacceptable. There was a beverage service, but no pretzel, or cookie, or nuts were served in coach.

On time take off…US cabins look tired and need of refresh!

Crew was great and did their best to make us comfortable and captain came out at the beginning to announce why the flight was delayed, weather situation up ahead, and kept us updated throughout the flight.

United WiFi is consistently unusable (it can take 10 mins to load a single web page). If you need Wifi to do work, be prepared to lose half a day of productivity.

Awful. I got stuck next to a person carrying a dog and behind someone with a dog. People need to board these dogs downstairs. The cabin is crowded enough with your pets

Packed in like sardines, very uncomfortable. Sitting the aisle my shoulder was rammed into numerous times by rushing flight attendants. Also flight was very cold.

For a 22 minute flight all you expect is for it to be safe and comfortable

Internet service was erratic. Crew service was poor and slow. My luggage on this non-stop flight was lost and not recovered

My husband and I pre-ordered our food, but they did not have my husband’s order, and my cheese plate was very average. I asked for a blanket and was told they don’t carry blankets on domestic routs. The flight was on time and smooth!

There were delays on both ends. It made it less than excellent. This plane was great though

Everything was great except for the wifi was junk. Crew was super friendly and helpful

Attendants were rude. Scowling. Seats were miserable and we paid extra.

Fight crew was not very attentive and the bastions were gross!

Our flight was great we left Kona earlier and got into LAX almost an 1hour earlier as well. LAX AA is in repair so to get out and found our bus to get pick up was a bit confusing.

Plane was good but was delayed. probably not AA fault but caused a 1 hour delay. Seating was cramped.

No meal on a cross country flight? SFO-MiA is pretty much the definition of a coast to coast flight. No meal provided. Sky high wi-fi rates too. Stop nickel and diming your customers.

5 hour flight - full flight - not enough room to use my computer - slightly delayed - Admirals club was excellent quality food, drink made up for flight seating. No food offerred on flight, you ahd to prebook.

Delays delays and more delays in both LAX and San Jose. And then I said something else flight was supposed to arrive in Portland at 12:04 but didn't land until 2:30 PM which made me late for my appointment.

My flight was delayed then cancelled My elder parents were upstairs waiting for a spirit rep to bring them downstairs to where my sister waited for 2 hours. My elder parents are not able to walk . My dad was wet of urine from where he could not hold it .waiting for some spirit personnel to wheel chair them back down stairs to where my sister was waiting for them for two hours . That is not ok

Terrible leg room, seats don’t recline, delayed flight, and even water isn’t free onboard

Flight was good and clean but delayed over an hour on the return flight.

It was nice! There was a very unhappy child in front of us and the flight attendant did a great job calming the child. I was impressed.

They stuck us with multiple extra fees. I will never fly spirit again

The guy with severe body odor sat next to me. For the whole duration of the flight it was a torture. The airline should have better policy on limiting people with bad body odor to board the flight. Passengers should not be the ones to endure bad odor for the whole duration of the flight. The airline should be e the one to ensure decent air quality for ever passenger.

They charged me 212.00 for a heavy check in bag at the gate. The pricing and process was so confusing - as if it was designed to purposefully gouge customers who need to board plane. That experience combined with the outrageous price charged will prevent me from ever flying Spirit again. And I’ll be sure to tell the story to anyone who cares to hear.

The text told me it was changed to Terminal E and Gate D5. But with no one on site to ask questions there was confusion on where to go as all the gates were E's. Then we took the skyline to the D area. We left to get something to eat. No announcement was made but my daughter happened to asked and they told her our gate was moved to D12. I will not fly Spirit again.

The agent at the check in desk was absolutely rude. The rest of the team after that was good, but the check in process at LAS was miserable. The woman at the desk spoke like we were stupid and was rude throughout the process.

They wouldn’t let us on the flight even tho we were an hour early. No refund not even our bags that were prepaid

I strongly dislike Frontier. I find them barebones, the seats not particularly comfortable, the nickel and diming is maddening, the app is TERRIBLE - super confusing to navigate, and the last 4 frontier flights I have flown have been on AVERAGE 2 hours late, one ruining a fancy night out in Vegas with reservations made well in advance, which was nodded to with a measly 5000 miles, which translates to almost nothing. At least credit a free checked bag or something.

8 hr delay. had to buy another ticket with another airline

The agent at check-in was strident, unwelcoming, and condescending to customers ahead of me.

9hrs delay and didn’t provided anything until after flight landed $75 voucher for fiuture travel no meals or anything.

There were 3 leg for the trip and each leg was delayed by 90 minutes or more. The boarding process takes forever with people waiting on the jetway even though most folks do not have carry-on. The whole process is poorly managed.

They cancelled the flight then did nothing to help us rebook. It was awful - I won’t fly with them again

The process of buying the ticket and navigating all the hidden charges that Frontier throws at you was a terrible experience. The actual airport experience and flying was fine.

The truck that was refueling the plane drove away with the hose still connected to the plane and ripped part of the plane off with it

Better than I expected but I did pay for a seat and carry on bags ahead of time.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from San Francisco to San Diego found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
8/13Tue
nonstopFrontier
1h 33mSFO-SAN
$21
10/22Tue
nonstopFrontier
1h 33mSFO-SAN
$24
7/9Tue
nonstopFrontier
1h 33mSFO-SAN
$29
9/2Mon
nonstopAlaska Airlines
1h 39mSFO-SAN
$69
10/22Tue
1 stopAlaska Airlines
4h 03mSFO-SAN
$73
8/21Wed
1 stopDelta
4h 47mSFO-SAN
$78
7/13Sat
1 stopDelta
3h 48mSFO-SAN
$88
7/19Fri
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 40mSFO-SAN
$99
7/14Sun
1 stopUnited Airlines
4h 11mSFO-SAN
$168
7/7Sun
1 stopAmerican Airlines
4h 17mSFO-SAN
$174

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Last minute flights from San Francisco to San Diego

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from San Francisco to San Diego that are departing in the next 10 days.
6/27Thu
nonstopFrontier
1h 33mSFO-SAN
7/10Wed
nonstopFrontier
1h 32mSAN-SFO
$118
6/25Tue
nonstopFrontier
1h 33mSFO-SAN
7/10Wed
nonstopFrontier
1h 32mSAN-SFO
$128
6/26Wed
nonstopFrontier
1h 33mSFO-SAN
7/1Mon
nonstopFrontier
1h 33mSAN-SFO
$137
6/27Thu
multi-stopDelta
3h 24mSFO-SAN
7/12Fri
multi-stopDelta
5h 33mSAN-SFO
$266
6/25Tue
multi-stopDelta
6h 15mSFO-SAN
7/12Fri
multi-stopDelta
5h 21mSAN-SFO
$296
6/26Wed
multi-stop
11h 55mSFO-SAN
6/30Sun
multi-stop
5h 12mSAN-SFO
$344
6/25Tue
nonstopAlaska Airlines
1h 37mSFO-SAN
6/25Tue
nonstopAlaska Airlines
1h 35mSAN-SFO
$351
6/27Thu
multi-stop
7h 53mSFO-SAN
7/6Sat
nonstop
1h 40mSAN-SFO
$353
6/25Tue
multi-stopUnited Airlines
4h 20mSFO-SAN
6/25Tue
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 38mSAN-SFO
$361
6/25Tue
multi-stopUnited Airlines
4h 37mSFO-SAN
6/25Tue
multi-stopUnited Airlines
4h 16mSAN-SFO
$371

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San Francisco - San Diego Flights

Departure:

San Francisco (SFO)United States

Destination:

San Diego (SAN)United States

Return flight deals:

San Diego - San Francisco

Cabin classes:

$433
$263
$1,597
$55

Compare transportation modes for San Francisco to San Diego

Average priceAverage duration
Flights$3471h 30m
Buses$12614h 52m