Cheap flights from IAD to SAN (Washington Dulles Intl. to San Diego Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from IAD to SAN starting at $109 One Way, $250 Round Trip

Prices starting at $250 for return flights and $109 for one-way flights to San Diego Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Wed, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 15
IAD
Washington
SAN
San Diego
$250 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$250
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 2 from Washington to San Diego, returning Tue, Oct 15, priced at $250 found 2 days ago
Tue, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 24
IAD
Washington
SAN
San Diego
$257 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$257
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 17 from Washington to San Diego, returning Tue, Sep 24, priced at $257 found 2 hours ago
Wed, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 15
IAD
Washington
SAN
San Diego
$257 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$257
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Oct 2 from Washington to San Diego, returning Tue, Oct 15, priced at $257 found 2 days ago
Fri, Sep 13 - Tue, Sep 17
IAD
Washington
SAN
San Diego
$261 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$261
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Fri, Sep 13 from Washington to San Diego, returning Tue, Sep 17, priced at $261 found 4 days ago
Wed, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 15
IAD
Washington
SAN
San Diego
$262 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$262
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Oct 2 from Washington to San Diego, returning Tue, Oct 15, priced at $262 found 2 days ago

Hotel Ideas near San Diego Intl.

Airport Hotels near San Diego Intl.

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
3 out of 5
3737 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego, CA
The price is $139 per night from Jun 10 to Jun 11
$139
per night
Jun 10 - Jun 11
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7/10 Good! (2,743 reviews)
"Comfy, clean has a lot of parking, a lot of food places close by."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2024

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
Sheraton San Diego Hotel and Marina
Sheraton San Diego Hotel and Marina
4 out of 5
1380 Harbor Island Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is $194 per night from Jun 24 to Jun 25
$194
per night
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, 6 restaurants, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,291 reviews)
"Safe, nice area. did not like not many dinner / breakfast options around"

Reviewed on Jun 5, 2024

Sheraton San Diego Hotel and Marina
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA
The price is $169 per night from Jun 16 to Jun 17
$169
per night
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,936 reviews)
"Luis made checking in so easy. everything is walking distance don't really need a vehicle to get around"

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2024

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In San Diego

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
3 out of 5
3737 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego, CA
The price is $139 per night from Jun 10 to Jun 11
$139
per night
Jun 10 - Jun 11
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7/10 Good! (2,743 reviews)
"Comfy, clean has a lot of parking, a lot of food places close by."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2024

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA
The price is $169 per night from Jun 16 to Jun 17
$169
per night
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,936 reviews)
"Luis made checking in so easy. everything is walking distance don't really need a vehicle to get around"

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2024

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd, San Diego, CA
The price is $283 per night from Jun 11 to Jun 12
$283
per night
Jun 11 - Jun 12
Book a stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,834 reviews)
"Great place"

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2024

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

San Diego Hotels With Airport Transportation

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA
The price is $169 per night from Jun 16 to Jun 17
$169
per night
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,936 reviews)
"Luis made checking in so easy. everything is walking distance don't really need a vehicle to get around"

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2024

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Sheraton San Diego Hotel and Marina
Sheraton San Diego Hotel and Marina
4 out of 5
1380 Harbor Island Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is $194 per night from Jun 24 to Jun 25
$194
per night
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, 6 restaurants, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,291 reviews)
"Safe, nice area. did not like not many dinner / breakfast options around"

Reviewed on Jun 5, 2024

Sheraton San Diego Hotel and Marina
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
1955 San Diego Ave, San Diego, CA
The price is $171 per night from Jun 16 to Jun 17
$171
per night
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,119 reviews)
"I like that it was close by convenient from the airport. Room is clean. A bit noisy close to the highway."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2024

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town, an IHG Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced San Diego Hotels

E-Z 8 Motel Old Town
E-Z 8 Motel Old Town
2.5 out of 5
4747 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA
The price is $94 per night from Jun 10 to Jun 11
$94
per night
Jun 10 - Jun 11
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free parking, WiFi (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
5.8/10 (2,050 reviews)
"Very helpful & friendly staff."

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2024

E-Z 8 Motel Old Town
Pleasant Inn
Pleasant Inn
2.5 out of 5
5550 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA
The price is $126 per night from Jun 16 to Jun 17
$126
per night
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,019 reviews)
"We were looking for a reasonably priced hotel to crash at while we were in town visiting some theme parks. This was perfect. It was clean and we felt safe. All we wanted. Parking spaces were tight but that seems to be a trend in California."

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2024

Pleasant Inn
Kings Inn San Diego
Kings Inn San Diego
2.5 out of 5
1333 Hotel Cir S, San Diego, CA
The price is $107 per night from Jun 13 to Jun 14
$107
per night
Jun 13 - Jun 14
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,736 reviews)
"The property is very clean and easy access to the main attractions. The parking is a $15 fee which is a bit steep but it’s a private protest garage. The rooms were very clean and smelled nice. The rooms have good water pressure. The staff is super friendly and the waffles were bomb! Definitely worth ..."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2024

Kings Inn San Diego
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in San Diego

The Dana on Mission Bay
The Dana on Mission Bay
3.5 out of 5
1710 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is $179 per night from Jun 12 to Jun 13
$179
per night
Jun 12 - Jun 13
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a marina, and 2 spa tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,540 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pools, playground, close to beach, extra beds/cribs

Travelers say...
"We went on this trip for the sole purpose of going to the beach, sea world, and the San Diego Safari. The Dana was less than 15 minutes away from the beach and sea world making it super easy."

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2024

The Dana on Mission Bay
Bahia Resort Hotel
Bahia Resort Hotel
3.5 out of 5
998 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is $247 per night from Jun 13 to Jun 14
$247
per night
Jun 13 - Jun 14
Book a stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and a marina. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,324 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pools, game room, on the beach, outdoor tennis courts

Travelers say...
"Room was great, but very noisy from sounds of outside deliveries etc Beautiful balcony and view, but hard to enjoy with the smokers below us"

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2024

Bahia Resort Hotel
Catamaran Resort and Spa
Catamaran Resort and Spa
4 out of 5
3999 Mission Boulevard, San Diego, CA
The price is $259 per night from Jun 10 to Jun 11
$259
per night
Jun 10 - Jun 11
Book a stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,108 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pools, game room, on the beach, bicycle rentals

Travelers say...
"Always great!"

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2024

Catamaran Resort and Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Map To Nearby Hotels

IAD to SAN Route Info

Origin Airport
Chantilly
Destination Airport
San Diego
Number Of Airlines Serving
8
Distance
2249 mi
Shortest Flight Departure Time
5:50PM PDT
Shortest Flight Departure Date
Jun 16
IAD Address & GPS
Address:
1 Saarinen Circle
Dulles VA, 20166
United States
IATA Code:
IAD
Longitude:
-77.447735
Latitude:
38.95315
Time Zone:
America/New_York
SAN Address & GPS
Address:
Airport Drive
San Diego CA, 92101
United States
IATA Code:
SAN
Longitude:
-117.197312
Latitude:
32.731938
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles

Frequently asked questions

Am I able to catch a flight from Washington, DC Airport (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.) to San Diego, CA Airport (SAN-San Diego Intl.) now?
The Covid-19 Travel Advisor can help you with questions about travel restrictions and quarantine requirements when taking a flight from Washington, DC Airport (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.) to San Diego, CA Airport (SAN-San Diego Intl.).
Are there non-stop flights from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to SAN?
Before you step on board your flight at IAD, be sure to pack plenty of tasty snacks in your cabin bag. United Airlines flies direct to San Diego Airport, so you won’t get the chance to top up your supplies en route.
What is the shortest flight from Washington, DC Airport (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.) to San Diego Airport?
Grab an in-flight wine and sink into your seat with a riveting movie or novel. With the trip from IAD to San Diego, CA Airport (SAN-San Diego Intl.) taking 7 hours and 13 minutes, you’ll have plenty of time to kick back and enjoy the experience.
How many hours flight from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
On average, flying from Washington, DC Airport (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.) to San Diego Airport takes 7 hours and 22 minutes. If you’d like to be as comfortable as you can, try upgrading your seat using miles or cash.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I cancel my flight to San Diego, CA Airport (SAN-San Diego Intl.)?
We get that traveling right now has its challenges, so it’s good to know that many reservations booked through us are able to be cancelled or changed. If your travel plans to San Diego, CA Airport (SAN-San Diego Intl.) have been affected by COVID-19, a lot of airlines are making things easier by offering credits to use at a later date. Just sign in to your account and you’ll quickly see what options are available. Our Customer Service Portal is the place to go for more information.
Are there flights to San Diego, CA Airport (SAN-San Diego Intl.) with flexible change policies?
In most cases you’ll have the option to reschedule your flight to San Diego, CA Airport (SAN-San Diego Intl.) without a change fee. All you have to do then is pay the difference between the old flight and the new one. Look for the “no change fees” filter and book with confidence.
What airlines have the most flights from IAD to San Diego Airport?
Whether you pick a window or an aisle seat, you’ll travel to your destination safely and comfortably with United Airlines. This leading air carrier advertises 106 flights between IAD and SAN every month.

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