$29 Cheap Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Dallas (DFW)

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Popular airlines from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW)

Cheap Flights from San Diego to Dallas (SAN-DFW)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $29 for one-way flights and $64 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Sat, Feb 14 - Mon, Feb 23
SAN
San Diego
DFW
Dallas
$64 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$64
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 14 from San Diego to Dallas, returning Mon, Feb 23, priced at $64 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Feb 21 - Fri, Feb 27
SAN
San Diego
DFW
Dallas
$69 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$69
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 21 from San Diego to Dallas, returning Fri, Feb 27, priced at $69 found 4 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Feb 21 - Sat, Feb 28
SAN
San Diego
DFW
Dallas
$74 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$74
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 21 from San Diego to Dallas, returning Sat, Feb 28, priced at $74 found 4 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Feb 20 - Mon, Feb 23
SAN
San Diego
DFW
Dallas
$76 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$76
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Feb 20 from San Diego to Dallas, returning Mon, Feb 23, priced at $76 found 4 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Jan 10 - Sun, Jan 18
SAN
San Diego
DFW
Dallas
$82 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$82
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 10 from San Diego to Dallas, returning Sun, Jan 18, priced at $82 found 17 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Feb 23 - Fri, Feb 27
SAN
San Diego
DFW
Dallas
$93 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$93
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Feb 23 from San Diego to Dallas, returning Fri, Feb 27, priced at $93 found 4 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Feb 21 - Fri, Feb 27
SAN
San Diego
DFW
Dallas
$124 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$124
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 21 from San Diego to Dallas, returning Fri, Feb 27, priced at $124 found 4 hours ago
United
Sat, Jan 17 - Sun, Jan 18
SAN
San Diego
DFW
Dallas
$204 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$204
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Jan 17 from San Diego to Dallas, returning Sun, Jan 18, priced at $204 found 10 hours ago
Delta
Tue, Jan 6 - Wed, Jan 7
SAN
San Diego
DFW
Dallas
$211 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$211
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Jan 6 from San Diego to Dallas, returning Wed, Jan 7, priced at $211 found 10 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jan 21 - Tue, Jan 27
SAN
San Diego
DFW
Dallas
$248 Roundtrip, just found
$248
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 21 from San Diego to Dallas, returning Tue, Jan 27, priced at $248 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego (SAN) to Dallas (DFW)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $68 - $424 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Dallas

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Love Field DAL. Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 10 minutes. Flights from $234
DAL
Love Field
Closest
Average driving time to city center10 min
Flights from $234
Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Dallas (DFW)
Origin airport
San Diego Intl.
Destination airport
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$64
Distance
1168 mi
Average flight time
5 hours 7 mins

San Diego to Dallas Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Diego to Dallas

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 San Diego to Dallas are during the month of February. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Diego to Dallas with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Diego to Dallas

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Diego to Dallas: 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 San Diego to Dallas

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 San Diego to Dallas in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $29 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 San Diego to Dallas 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.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Diego to Dallas airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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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.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $29 or cheap return flight from $64 from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) 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 San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW)?
The cheapest month to fly from SAN to DFW is February, when demand is low. Off-peak months are often when you'll find lower airfares between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW)?
When jetting out of San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), you can hop on a direct flight to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) with American Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW)?
Frontier Airlines and American Airlines are some popular carriers offering competitive fares. Don't forget that flight prices from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) can vary based on the time of year, demand and how early you book. With Expedia's filter tool, you can easily find a SAN to DFW flight that suits your plans and budget.
How many flights per day from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW)?
When departing from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), you can take your pick from an average of 7 daily nonstop flights to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW)?
Flights between SAN and DFW are busiest at 8 AM. If you'd like a more relaxed atmosphere and potentially cheaper tickets, choose a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from SAN to DFW?
Depart on a Sunday if you're searching for the best choice of flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW).
What is the earliest flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 6:15AM UTC-8, heading out of San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). You'll be in the air for around 3h 4m, touching down at Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) at approximately 11:19AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW)?
The average flight time from SAN to DFW is 3 hours and 1 minute, covering a distance of 1,150 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SAN to DFW?
Alaska Airlines has the strongest track record for on-time direct flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW), with an on-time score of 100%. Use the Expedia App to view your flight status before you take off and get real-time updates about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW)?
Select a flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations and delays. Departures after this time are on average 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 Dallas from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Hop on a direct flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Dallas and arrive at Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW). Another convenient arrival point to this destination is Love Field Airport (DAL).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from SAN to DFW just before your getaway is generally more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your travel dates and times, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SAN to DFW flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a SAN to DFW flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better still, having it all in one place takes the hassle out of travel planning. Simply pick your flights and choose from our extensive range of hotels, then customize your trip with extras like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW)?
If you reserved your SAN to DFW flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal if you want more information.

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