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Close dialog Prices are for flights from San Diego to Los Angeles for 1 adult in Economy. Flight times are based on nonstop flights or flights with the fewest stops available.
Flight information for San Diego to Los Angeles to help you plan your next trip.
| Cheapest round-trip flight | $70 | Spirit1 stop4 hrMay 9 — May 13 | The cheapest round-trip flight from San Diego to Los Angeles is currently $70 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $35 | Spirit1 stop10 hrMay 8 | The cheapest one-way flight from San Diego to Los Angeles is currently $35 | |
| Fastest flight | 1 hr | The fastest nonstop flight from San Diego to Los Angeles takes 1 hr | ||
| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Close dialog Typical prices for the least expensive flights for weekend trips from San Diego to Los Angeles per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Los Angeles is typically January. The most expensive one is typically July.
| January Cheapest | Typical prices: $80–135 |
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| July Most expensive | Typical prices: $135–160 |
Popular airports near San Diego
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San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Tijuana International Airport (TIJ)
Tijuana
36 min
16 mi
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles
2 hr 7 min
111 mi
John Wayne Airport (SNA)
Santa Ana
1 hr 21 min
78 mi
Popular airports near Los Angeles
Close dialog Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Los Angeles center and popularity with travelers.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles
35 min
12 mi
Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR)
Burbank
25 min
12 mi
Tijuana International Airport (TIJ)
Tijuana
2 hr 23 min
127 mi
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
San Diego
1 hr 54 min
109 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from San Diego to Los Angeles
How long does it take to fly from San Diego to Los Angeles?
1 hr is the shortest flight time from San Diego to Los Angeles.
When are the cheapest days to fly from San Diego to Los Angeles?
The cheapest days to fly are usually in January. Typical prices range from $80 to $135.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Diego to Los Angeles?
The best round-trip deal recently found on Google Flights from San Diego to Los Angeles was with Spirit from $70. The best one-way deal was with Spirit from $35.
When are direct flights from San Diego to Los Angeles available?
There are direct flights from San Diego to Los Angeles on a daily basis.
Which airlines have direct flights from San Diego to Los Angeles?
Delta and United fly direct from San Diego to Los Angeles.
What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Los Angeles?
The cheapest round-trip flight from San Diego to Los Angeles starts at $70 from Thu, May 9 to Mon, May 13. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $35 and departs on Wed, May 8.
When should you visit Los Angeles?
Los Angeles is a year-round destination. The weather's mostly warm and mild, with hotter temperatures Jul–Oct. Arts and cultural events happen regularly, including film festivals such as LA Film Fest (Jun) and AFI Fest (Nov). In summer, there are free outdoor concerts and film screenings at venues across the city. Other major annual events include the Academy Awards (Feb/Mar) and the LA Marathon (Feb/Mar).
How do I find cheap dates to fly from San Diego to Los Angeles
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from San Diego to Los Angeles.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
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Popular trips from San Diego
Close dialog These suggestions are based on the cheapest fares to popular destinations in the next six months. Prices include required taxes + fees for 1 adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Chicago
$90
May 18 — May 20
1 stop6 hr 39 minFrontier
Honolulu
$357
Jul 11 — Jul 15
Nonstop6 hr 8 minAlaska
Las Vegas
$40
May 9 — May 13
Nonstop1 hr 21 minFrontier
Portland
$143
Jun 7 — Jun 10
Nonstop2 hr 34 minSpirit
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