What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles to San Diego?

Alaska Airlines and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to San Diego

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 39 per day as of August 2025. The most frequent departure time is 18:00, with 66% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

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

As of August 2025, 276 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 19% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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.

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19:58 - 07:21LAX-SAN

11h 23m1 stop

13:17 - 19:03SAN-LAX

5h 46m1 stop

£79Spirit Airlines

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Wed, 27 Aug - Sun, 31 Aug

06:45 - 17:56LAX-SAN

11h 11m1 stop

08:20 - 19:03SAN-LAX

10h 43m2 stops

£122Spirit Airlines

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Wed, 27 Aug - Sun, 31 Aug

18:00 - 18:54LAX-SAN

0h 54mdirect

06:20 - 07:32SAN-LAX

1h 12mdirect

£135Delta

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Fri, 22 Aug - Sun, 24 Aug

22:43 - 23:44LAX-SAN

1h 01mdirect

10:54 - 12:07SAN-LAX

1h 13mdirect

£135United Airlines

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Fri, 29 Aug - Mon, 1 Sep

08:20 - 09:18LAX-SAN

0h 58mdirect

18:57 - 20:05SAN-LAX

1h 08mdirect

£139Delta

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Mon, 18 Aug - Mon, 25 Aug

08:20 - 09:18LAX-SAN

0h 58mdirect

19:34 - 20:49SAN-LAX

1h 15mdirect

£143Delta

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Fri, 15 Aug - Sun, 17 Aug

05:00 - 08:55LAX-SAN

3h 55m1 stop

17:30 - 21:40SAN-LAX

4h 10m1 stop

£168Alaska Airlines

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Sun, 2 Nov - Sat, 28 Feb

22:43 - 23:44LAX-SAN

1h 01mdirect

06:15 - 07:18SAN-LAX

1h 03mdirect

£180United Airlines

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Sun, 14 Sep - Sun, 21 Sep

22:42 - 08:29LAX-SAN

9h 47m1 stop

21:59 - 15:01SAN-LAX

17h 02m1 stop

£182Alaska Airlines

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Fri, 29 Aug - Mon, 1 Sep

19:58 - 23:37LAX-SAN

3h 39m1 stop

06:15 - 07:18SAN-LAX

1h 03mdirect

£203

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Spirit Airlines flights from Los Angeles to San Diego

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Spirit Airlines

27 Aug

LAX19:58Los Angeles

11h 23m

1 stop

SAN07:21San Diego

31 Aug

SAN13:17San Diego

5h 46m

1 stop

LAX19:03Los Angeles

£79

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27 Aug

LAX06:45Los Angeles

11h 11m

1 stop

SAN17:56San Diego

31 Aug

SAN08:20San Diego

10h 43m

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LAX19:03Los Angeles

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27 Aug

LAX23:38Los Angeles

18h 18m

2 stops

SAN17:56San Diego

31 Aug

SAN08:20San Diego

10h 43m

2 stops

LAX19:03Los Angeles

£197

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Delta flights from Los Angeles to San Diego

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22 Aug

LAX18:00Los Angeles

0h 54m

SAN18:54San Diego

24 Aug

SAN06:20San Diego

1h 12m

LAX07:32Los Angeles

£135

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18 Aug

LAX08:20Los Angeles

0h 58m

SAN09:18San Diego

25 Aug

SAN18:57San Diego

1h 08m

LAX20:05Los Angeles

£139

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15 Aug

LAX08:20Los Angeles

0h 58m

SAN09:18San Diego

17 Aug

SAN19:34San Diego

1h 15m

LAX20:49Los Angeles

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Wed 27/8

19:58-07:21

1 stop11h 23m

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Sun 31/8

13:17-19:03

1 stop5h 46m

£79

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LAXSAN

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06:45-17:56

1 stop11h 11m

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08:20-19:03

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£122

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LAXSAN

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Fri 22/8

18:00-18:54

Nonstop0h 54m

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Sun 24/8

06:20-07:32

Nonstop1h 12m

£135

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LAXSAN

Los Angeles

Fri 29/8

22:43-23:44

Nonstop1h 01m

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10:54-12:07

Nonstop1h 13m

£135

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LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

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Mon 18/8

08:20-09:18

Nonstop0h 58m

San Diego

Mon 25/8

18:57-20:05

Nonstop1h 08m

£139

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LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

Fri 15/8

08:20-09:18

Nonstop0h 58m

San Diego

Sun 17/8

19:34-20:49

Nonstop1h 15m

£143

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

Sun 2/11

05:00-08:55

1 stop3h 55m

San Diego

Sat 28/2

17:30-21:40

1 stop4h 10m

£168

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

Sun 14/9

22:43-23:44

Nonstop1h 01m

San Diego

Sun 21/9

06:15-07:18

Nonstop1h 03m

£180

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

Fri 29/8

22:42-08:29

1 stop9h 47m

San Diego

Mon 1/9

21:59-15:01

1 stop17h 02m

£182

Los AngelesSan Diego

LAX - SAN

LAXSAN

Los Angeles

Wed 27/8

19:58-23:37

1 stop3h 39m

San Diego

Sun 31/8

06:15-07:18

Nonstop1h 03m

£203

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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 £139.

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 £159 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 £111 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.

Can stopping save me money on Los Angeles to San Diego flights?

You could potentially save up to 86% on your flight if you consider stops on a Los Angeles to San Diego flight.

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

As of August 2025, prices for Los Angeles to San Diego flights are approximately 33% 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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Best price found	£68
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 £68. The best return flight deal from Los Angeles to San Diego found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £79.

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 40.70% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner at 14.07%, Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 at 8.54%, and Airbus A321-100/200 at 4.02%.

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