$45 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Diego (SAN)

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Today's featured flight deals from Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)

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Carry-on included
Lower price than typical

Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to San Diego (LAX-SAN)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $45 for one-way flights and $88 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Diego (SAN)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $70 - $269 per traveler.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $45 or cheap return flight from $88 from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
October is the cheapest month to fly from LAX to SAN. Timing your trip outside of the busy season is often the key to finding better fares.
Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
When setting off from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX), you can take a nonstop flight to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) with United Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
While prices can vary depending on your travel dates, United Airlines and Delta Air Lines are popular choices for flights between Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) and San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). You can also compare carriers on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the lowest-priced ticket for your LAX to SAN flight.
How many flights per day from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
With an average of 6 nonstop flights departing from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) every day, you'll be soaring through the skies in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Flights between LAX and SAN are their busiest at 8 AM. If you're after a less crowded experience and possibly cheaper tickets, choose a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from LAX to SAN?
Wednesday has the most flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). Consider traveling on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your schedule.
What is the earliest flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
The earliest flight departing from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) is at around 8:27AM UTC-8. Board this plane and you'll land at San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) at approximately 9:32AM UTC-8. The total flight duration is 1h 5m.
How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Flights from LAX to SAN have an average travel time of 1 hour and 2 minutes. The distance between the two airports is 110 mi.
What airline has the least delays from LAX to SAN?
Aeromexico has the strongest track record for on-time direct flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), with an on-time rating of 90%. Use the Expedia App to look up your flight status before you jet off and get immediate updates about any changes.
What is the best time to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
To avoid possible delays on the Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) route, aim to travel before 3 PM. Later departures are 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for San Diego from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) is the only airport in San Diego with direct flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). Browse the available options and find affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from LAX to SAN shortly before your getaway is typically more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your departure dates and times, you could score a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a LAX to SAN flight and hotel package?
Securing a LAX to SAN flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels in one place. Choose from our extensive range of stays and then add flights, car rentals and activities to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
If you booked your LAX to SAN flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal for further details.

Travel information

Travel information

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Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
San Diego Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$87
Distance
108 mi

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