$77 Cheap Flights from Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE) to San Diego (SAN)

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Cheap Flights from Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport to San Diego (PAE-SAN)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $77 for one-way flights and $154 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Mon, Oct 13 - Thu, Oct 16
PAE
Seattle
SAN
San Diego
$154 Roundtrip, just found
$154
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 13 from Seattle to San Diego, returning Thu, Oct 16, priced at $154 just found
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Oct 17 - Sun, Oct 19
PAE
Seattle
SAN
San Diego
$166 Roundtrip, just found
$166
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 17 from Seattle to San Diego, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $166 just found
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 13
PAE
Seattle
SAN
San Diego
$177 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 9 from Seattle to San Diego, returning Sat, Dec 13, priced at $177 found 3 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Oct 20 - Wed, Nov 5
PAE
Seattle
SAN
San Diego
$185 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$185
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 20 from Seattle to San Diego, returning Wed, Nov 5, priced at $185 found 4 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Oct 6 - Thu, Oct 9
PAE
Seattle
SAN
San Diego
$186 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$186
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 6 from Seattle to San Diego, returning Thu, Oct 9, priced at $186 found 3 hours ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Thu, Jan 8 - Tue, Jan 13
PAE
Seattle
SAN
San Diego
$187 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 8 from Seattle to San Diego, returning Tue, Jan 13, priced at $187 found 15 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 6
PAE
Seattle
SAN
San Diego
$192 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$192
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from Seattle to San Diego, returning Thu, Nov 6, priced at $192 found 8 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Oct 24 - Fri, Oct 31
PAE
Seattle
SAN
San Diego
$196 Roundtrip, just found
$196
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 24 from Seattle to San Diego, returning Fri, Oct 31, priced at $196 just found
Alaska Airlines
Fri, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 7
PAE
Seattle
SAN
San Diego
$197 Roundtrip, just found
$197
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, Dec 5 from Seattle to San Diego, returning Sun, Dec 7, priced at $197 just found
American Airlines
Tue, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 13
PAE
Seattle
SAN
San Diego
$257 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$257
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 9 from Seattle to San Diego, returning Sat, Dec 13, priced at $257 found 3 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Seattle (PAE) to San Diego (SAN)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $126 - $367 per traveler.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $77 or cheap return flight from $154 from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) 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 Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
The cheapest month to fly from PAE to SAN is October, when there's less demand. Off-peak months are usually when you'll find lower airfares between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
If you're departing from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE), you can catch a direct flight to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) with Alaska Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll take you from PAE to SAN. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to score the best deal available.
How many flights per day from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
On average, you'll only find 1 nonstop flight operating from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) per day. If this doesn't work with your itinerary, check out flights with a layover. Just customize your search on Expedia to include one or more stops to discover a better alternative.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
More passengers fly between PAE and SAN at 8 AM than at any other time. Prefer a quieter experience? Consider flying outside peak hours and you could save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from PAE to SAN?
Friday offers the most flights from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). Consider jetting off on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your itinerary.
What is the earliest flight from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
The earliest flight out of Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) is at around 8:15AM UTC-8. Catch this flight and you'll reach San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) at approximately 11:03AM UTC-8. The total travel time is 2h 48m.
How long does it take to fly from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
The average flight duration from PAE to SAN is 2 hours and 48 minutes, covering a distance of 1,100 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
To avoid possible delays on the Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) route, travel before 3 PM. Departures after this hour have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**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 Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE)?
Check out your flight options from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). This is the only airport in San Diego you can touch down at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) last-minute?
Booking your flight from PAE to SAN just before your getaway is usually more expensive. But if you're flexible with your departure times and dates, you could score a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a PAE to SAN flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a PAE to SAN flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, having everything in one easy place will take the hassle out of planning your trip. Just pick your flights and select from our wide range of stays, then personalize your trip with extras like tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
If you booked your PAE to SAN flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the ticket type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal if you'd like more information.

Travel information

Travel information

Origin airport
Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport
Destination airport
San Diego Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines
Roundtrip price
$154
Distance
1081 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 53 mins

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Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport to San Diego Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport to San Diego

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport to San Diego are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport to San Diego with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport to San Diego

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport to San Diego: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport to San Diego

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport to San Diego in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $77 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport to San Diego flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

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