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Cheap Flights to La Mesa from $39 One Way, $64 Round Trip

Prices found within past 7 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Sun, Dec 14 - Thu, Dec 18
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$64 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$64
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Dec 14 from San Francisco Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Thu, Dec 18, priced at $64 found 4 hours ago
Fri, Dec 12 - Thu, Dec 18
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$65 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$65
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Dec 12 from San Francisco Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Thu, Dec 18, priced at $65 found 5 hours ago
Mon, Dec 15 - Mon, Dec 15
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$68 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$68
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 15 from San Francisco Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $68 found 12 hours ago
Fri, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 23
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$69 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$69
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Dec 12 from San Francisco Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Tue, Dec 23, priced at $69 found 15 hours ago
Wed, Dec 10 - Wed, Dec 10
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$72 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$72
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Dec 10 from San Francisco Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $72 found 2 days ago
Wed, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 11
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$77 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$77
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 10 from San Francisco Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $77 found 4 hours ago
Sat, Dec 13 - Tue, Dec 16
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$77 Roundtrip, just found
$77
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 13 from San Francisco Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Tue, Dec 16, priced at $77 just found
Tue, Dec 16 - Tue, Dec 23
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$88 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$88
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 16 from San Francisco Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Tue, Dec 23, priced at $88 found 15 hours ago
Sat, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 13
SEA
Seattle - Tacoma Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$122 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$122
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 6 from Seattle - Tacoma Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Sat, Dec 13, priced at $122 found 6 hours ago
Thu, Jan 8 - Sat, Jan 10
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$140 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$140
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 8 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Sat, Jan 10, priced at $140 found 14 hours ago

La Mesa Flight Information

Traveling To
La Mesa
Destination Airport IATA Code
SAN
Number of Airlines Serving
Airlines
Alaska Airlines, Frontier Airlines, United, Southwest Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines
Flight Price
$64
Earliest Departing Flight
Latest Departing Flight

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La Mesa economy flight packages

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The Sofia Hotel
3.5-star property

The Sofia Hotel

Dec 21 - Dec 27

6 night stay

Denver (DEN) to San Diego (SAN)

Frontier Airlines • Coach

San Diego (SAN) to Denver (DEN)

Southwest Airlines • Coach
Price was $760, price is now $333 per person
$333
per person
found 1 day ago
Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
4.0-star property

Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Dec 21 - Dec 27

6 night stay

Denver (DEN) to San Diego (SAN)

Frontier Airlines • Coach

San Diego (SAN) to Denver (DEN)

Southwest Airlines • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $789, price is now $383 per person
$383
per person
found 1 day ago
Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
4.0-star property

Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Dec 21 - Dec 27

6 night stay

Denver (DEN) to San Diego (SAN)

Frontier Airlines • Coach

San Diego (SAN) to Denver (DEN)

Southwest Airlines • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $728, price is now $372 per person
$372
per person
found 1 day ago
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La Mesa first class flight packages

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The Pearl Hotel
4.0-star property

The Pearl Hotel

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)

Dec 5 - Dec 7

2 night stay

Denver (DEN) to San Diego (SAN)

Delta • Non-stop • FirstClass

San Diego (SAN) to Denver (DEN)

Alaska Airlines • Non-stop • FirstClass
Price was $629, price is now $589 per person
$589
per person
found 1 day ago
Cute motel in a great area. Friendly staff

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2025

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
4.5-star property

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

9.6/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews)

Dec 5 - Dec 7

2 night stay

Denver (DEN) to San Diego (SAN)

Delta • Non-stop • FirstClass

San Diego (SAN) to Denver (DEN)

Alaska Airlines • Non-stop • FirstClass
Price was $906, price is now $724 per person
$724
per person
found 1 day ago
La Pensione Hotel
3.0-star property

La Pensione Hotel

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,885 reviews)

Dec 5 - Dec 7

2 night stay

Denver (DEN) to San Diego (SAN)

Delta • Non-stop • FirstClass

San Diego (SAN) to Denver (DEN)

Alaska Airlines • Non-stop • FirstClass
Price was $733, price is now $700 per person
$700
per person
found 1 day ago
Parking options were only issue

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025

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La Mesa

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to La Mesa?
You can select from 20 airlines with services to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), the primary airport in the city. With all that choice, you're bound to score a fabulous deal. Here are a few of the best international airlines that'll get you to La Mesa — and then exploring every part of this city:

  • Air Canada - 61 flights to La Mesa per month
  • Alaska Airlines - 19 flights to La Mesa per month
  • British Airways - 13 flights to La Mesa per month

What is the best airport to fly to in La Mesa?
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) is the entry point to the city, so your only decision will be the aisle seat or the window seat. The center of La Mesa is roughly 12 miles away and where many travelers start their adventure.
How much is a flight to La Mesa?
This past week, prices fluctuated between $64 and $140 for a return fare to La Mesa. Tickets one-way from San Francisco (SFO) dipped to $39 during the same time period.
How to book the cheapest flight to La Mesa?
Scoring cheap flights to La Mesa is as simple as booking your ticket with Orbitz. But if you want to make sure you're getting the best flight deals around, here are some tips your wallet will love:

  • Depending on your departure city, select the 'Nearby airports' function (located under the departure and arrival form fields). In some cases, other departure points offer cheaper airfares.
  • If your travel plans aren't set in concrete, click on the 'Show flexible dates' option to bring up the flight deals for a selection of departure dates. Go with any suitable cheaper fare you find.
  • Hit 'Show options' to filter your search results. You can pick your preferred airline and seating class here. Under 'Sort & Filter' to the left, you can even select whether you want to fly in the morning, afternoon or evening.
  • Book as soon as you know your travel dates. While it does happen on occasion, airfares rarely fall in price as your departure date gets closer.
  • Make serious savings on your adventure by bundling your flights, hotels and car rental into one handy package. Your credit card will thank you.
  • If you can, don't fly in the most popular seasons. Airfares soar during school breaks, summer and other vacation periods like Easter and Thanksgiving.

How long is a flight to La Mesa?
Flight times differ based on which airport you're taking off from. But to give you a good idea of the average duration, have a peek at these well-known routes to La Mesa:

  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 1 hour and 22 minutes
  • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 1 hour and 36 minutes
  • San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 1 hour and 34 minutes

What is the best time to book a flight to La Mesa?
Book your flights to La Mesa in January. This is the perfect time of the year for low airfares, closely followed by February and August. Land cheap flights and make your dream journey a reality with Orbitz.
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to La Mesa?
In general, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays are the cheapest days of the week to book flights to La Mesa. If you're looking for unbeatable airfares, search across those days and you could land yourself a great flight deal.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to La Mesa?
If you're looking for cheap flights to La Mesa, leave earlier in the week. Orbitz data from 2020 shows Monday is the most affordable day to travel, followed by Tuesday. Saturday has the most expensive fares, so avoid flying on this day and do your budget a favor.
What is the cheapest month to fly to La Mesa?
We won't keep you in suspense — based on Orbitz data, August is generally the most inexpensive month to fly. Perfect for those who want to sneak in a weekend getaway or just a break from it all before the weather turns. The least affordable time to fly is in the middle of summer, with airfares peaking in June.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
Orbitz makes it a snap to find carriers that offer flexibility. Simply click on "Filter by flexible change policies" when searching for your flights and boom! We'll show you options that include free cancellation within 24 hours of booking, no change fees and of course, the best price.
What do I need for the flight to La Mesa?
The key to a hassle-free flight is to prepare well. Listed below are some tips to help you get ready for your trip:

  • Whether you print it out at home or use an electronic one, you'll need your boarding pass to step foot on the plane. You'll also need some type of government-issued identification. If you're traveling internationally, make sure your passport is valid.
  • Make time fly by even faster on your short flight by packing the right stuff. Think a water bottle, snacks and entertainment. If you want your journey to La Mesa to go nice and quietly, throw some noise-canceling headphones into your bag too.
  • Even if you're traveling when it's blistering hot, carry a cardigan or sweater on board with you. Cabins are notorious for getting quite chilly!

How many direct flights are there to La Mesa?
You can jump aboard one of 672 flights that travel straight to La Mesa each month. Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines and United Airlines are a few of the carriers that will get you there comfortably in one go. Delta Air Lines, American Airlines and Frontier Airlines also fly nonstop.
How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to La Mesa?
There are ways of booking business or first-class airfares to La Mesa that won't burn through your budget. Bag a seat in the pointy end of the plane for less with these practical tips:

  • Be flexible with your travel dates and wait for huge sales on first or business-class airfares.
  • Plenty of budget carriers these days offer excellent business-class seating for a reasonable price.
  • Bid for an upgrade in online auctions or upgrade through your frequent flyer program.

How to get into La Mesa from the airport?
Take advantage of Economy's on-site outlet at San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) and score a rewarding deal on a San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) car rental. With your own ride, you can head straight into the downtown area of La Mesa shortly after you land. The city center is around 12 miles east of SAN. If you're planning on a few nights in town, consider taking public transportation or a taxi and experience La Mesa on foot instead (think of the parking you'll save!). You can still rent a vehicle from the city center at one of our La Mesa car rentals if you want to visit the region's other sights and attractions afterward.
What is the best time to go to La Mesa?
Travelers come from every direction to go to La Mesa in April, May and September. So if you'd love to explore this incredible destination during the popular months, this is the time to go. As with many places in the Northern Hemisphere, the summer starts June 20 in La Mesa, with average daily temperatures floating between 65 ºF and 80 ºF.
Travel tips for La Mesa

  • Begin in the downtown area and take yourself on a walking tour of the city's leading attractions. The Salvation Army Kroc Center and Mount Helix Park are a couple of visitor favorites.
  • If you're on the lookout for an easy day trip, there are more sights to see a quick commute out of town. Find out why LEGOLAND® California and San Diego Zoo are on the must-do lists of most La Mesa visitors.
  • Eager to find out what else La Mesa has to offer? Arrange a car rental and hit the road to Fallbrook or Oceanside. With your own vehicle, discovering those harder-to-find destinations will also be a snap.

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