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Cheap Flights to National City from $79 One Way, $131 Round Trip

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

Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 12
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$131 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$131
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 5 from O'Hare Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Sat, Sep 12, priced at $131 found 2 days ago
Fri, May 8 - Mon, May 11
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$133 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$133
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 8 from O'Hare Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Mon, May 11, priced at $133 found 1 day ago
Sun, Mar 1 - Mon, Mar 2
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$137 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sun, Mar 1 from O'Hare Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Mon, Mar 2, priced at $137 found 2 days ago
Tue, Apr 21 - Sat, Apr 25
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$144 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$144
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Apr 21 from O'Hare Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Sat, Apr 25, priced at $144 found 2 days ago
Fri, Apr 10 - Tue, Apr 14
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$146 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$146
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, Apr 10 from O'Hare Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Tue, Apr 14, priced at $146 found 1 day ago
Mon, Mar 2 - Wed, Mar 4
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$147 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$147
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Mar 2 from O'Hare Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Wed, Mar 4, priced at $147 found 1 day ago
Sat, Apr 4 - Wed, Apr 22
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$162 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$162
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Apr 4 from O'Hare Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Wed, Apr 22, priced at $162 found 7 hours ago
Mon, Feb 23 - Tue, Mar 3
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$172 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$172
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Feb 23 from O'Hare Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Tue, Mar 3, priced at $172 found 4 hours ago
Sat, Aug 15 - Tue, Aug 18
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
CLD
McClellan-Palomar
$173 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$173
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 15 from O'Hare Intl. to McClellan-Palomar, returning Tue, Aug 18, priced at $173 found 20 hours ago
Mon, Apr 20 - Wed, Apr 22
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$200 Roundtrip, just found
$200
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Apr 20 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Wed, Apr 22, priced at $200 just found

National City Flight Information

Traveling To
National City
Destination Airport IATA Code
SAN
Number of Airlines Serving
Airlines
American Airlines, United, Alaska Airlines, Frontier Airlines
Flight Price
$131
Earliest Departing Flight
Latest Departing Flight

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National City economy flight packages

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Hyland Inn Near Legoland
3.0-star property

Hyland Inn Near Legoland

Mar 28 - Apr 5

8 night stay

Denver (DEN) to San Diego (SAN)

Frontier Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
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Price was $678, price is now $411 per person
$411
per person
found 21 hours ago
The Sofia Hotel
3.5-star property

The Sofia Hotel

Mar 19 - Mar 26

7 night stay

Denver (DEN) to San Diego (SAN)

Alaska Airlines • Coach

San Diego (SAN) to Denver (DEN)

Frontier Airlines • Coach
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Price was $1,587, price is now $844 per person
$844
per person
found 2 days ago
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
4.0-star property

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Mar 19 - Mar 26

7 night stay

Denver (DEN) to San Diego (SAN)

Alaska Airlines • Coach

San Diego (SAN) to Denver (DEN)

Frontier Airlines • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $1,338, price is now $786 per person
$786
per person
found 2 days ago
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National City premium economy flight packages

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The Dana on Mission Bay
3.5-star property

The Dana on Mission Bay

8.8/10 Excellent! (3,862 reviews)

Mar 23 - Mar 26

3 night stay

Denver (DEN) to San Diego (SAN)

Delta • Non-stop roundtrip • PremiumEconomy
Price was $726, price is now $604 per person
$604
per person
found 1 day ago
All of the staff were wonderful! Very helpful, friendly. Plenty of parking available. The restaurant was very good (we had lunch and dinner). They also have a bunch of games in the pool area which was great- giant jenga, ping pong, etc.

Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026

The Sofia Hotel
3.5-star property

The Sofia Hotel

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,627 reviews)

Apr 7 - Apr 10

3 night stay

New York (NYC) to San Diego (SAN)

Delta • Roundtrip • PremiumEconomy
Price was $1,139, price is now $801 per person
$801
per person
found 10 hours ago
Beautiful historical hotel, amazing location a few minutes from the port, incredibly fast checkin, room had character and stay was perfect

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
4.0-star property

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

8.6/10 Excellent! (2,326 reviews)

Mar 23 - Mar 26

3 night stay

Denver (DEN) to San Diego (SAN)

Delta • Non-stop roundtrip • PremiumEconomy
Price was $804, price is now $635 per person
$635
per person
found 1 day ago
One of my favorite places to stay. Clean room , good restaurants and the Spa was great. I love the morning walks with beautiful trees, flowers and the beach . A Big thank you to the girl at the front desk, Lauren, for my beautiful view from my room .

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to National City?
You can select from 20 airlines that fly into San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), the most popular airport in the city. With all those options, you're sure to find a fabulous deal. Here are a few of the most well-known international carriers that'll get you to National City — and then discovering every corner of this city:

  • Air Canada - 61 flights to National City per month
  • Alaska Airlines - 19 flights to National City per month
  • British Airways - 13 flights to National City per month

What is the best airport to fly to in National City?
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). It's the city's main airport and is situated around 8 miles northwest of the downtown area. You'll be dropping off your belongings and discovering the best of National City shortly after touching down.
How much is a flight to National City?
Travelers from near and far nabbed round-trip bargains ranging from $131 to $200 this week to National City. Arriving from Chicago (ORD)? The cheapest one-way prices were just $79.
How to book the cheapest flight to National City?
Picking up cheap flights to National City is as easy as booking with Orbitz. But if you want to make sure you're nabbing the best flight deals around, here are some suggestions to keep in mind:

  • Taking off from or arriving at nearby airports can sometimes work out cheaper. Type in your preferred departure and arrival points. Next, select the 'Nearby airports' function below the form fields to look through your options.
  • If you're flexible with your travel schedule, click on the 'Show flexible dates' link. You'll see the flight deals for the days either side of your selected departure. Fares often vary depending on the day of the week.
  • To refine your results, click on 'Show options.' You can search based on airlines, seating class, nonstop flights and refundable flights. You can also choose the time of day you'd like to fly under 'Sort & Filter' to the left.
  • Book your fare as soon as you've sorted your travel dates. While you can get lucky once in a while, tickets rarely drop in price as your departure date approaches.
  • Bundle your hotels, flights and car rental into an impressive package deal. Save your hard-earned dollars for things you're really excited about, like exploring every corner of National City.
  • Flying during the busy season means higher airfares. Try to vacation outside of popular periods, such as Easter, Thanksgiving and school breaks.

How long is a flight to National City?
The USA is big, so that depends on your point of departure. To make vacation planning a little easier, we've selected three of the most popular routes to National City and calculated their average flight times:

  • 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 National City?
On average, the cheapest month to book a seat is January. This is followed by February and August. When seeking a cheap flight to National City, be ready to book. Cheap deals pop up in an instant and don't wait around!
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to National City?
Typically, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays are the cheapest days of the week to book a flight to National City. If you want the most competitive airfares, search across those days and you just might score a fantastic flight deal.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to National City?
According to Orbitz data from 2020, you'll want to jump on a plane on a Monday to score cheap flights to National City. Next most affordable day? Tuesday. Saturday costs the most. So, consider departing early in the week if you want to book a wallet-friendly fare and stretch your travel budget.
What is the cheapest month to fly to National City?
To pick up cheap flights to National City, you should pack your suitcase and depart in August. Orbitz data has found that generally, this is the best month to save loads on your airfare. If you want to jet to National City in June, it's worth remembering that this is the most expensive time to take a trip.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
Flexibility is more important than ever, that's why Orbitz lets you search for carriers that won't penalize you for any amendments. Add your departure and arrival destinations, then click on "Filter by flexible change policies." We'll show you options that include free cancellation and no change fees.
What do I need for the flight to National City?
Flying can be a joy if you're well prepared! Make your flight a total breeze with the following useful tips:

  • 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 photo ID. If you're flying internationally, make sure your passport is valid and you've looked into visa requirements.
  • Take some activities to keep you entertained on your journey to National City. Books and electronic devices like e-readers and tablets are good ideas. Don't forget to take a water bottle with you too. Even on a short flight, it's important to stay hydrated.
  • Even if you're traveling when it's sweltering outside, carry a cardigan or sweater on board with you. Cabins are notorious for getting chilly!

How many direct flights are there to National City?
There are 672 flights that head directly to National City every month, so you won't have to worry about any irritating stopovers. Lock in a ticket with Southwest Airlines or Alaska Airlines and then sit back and enjoy the flight. United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines and Frontier Airlines also operate nonstop services to National City.
How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to National City?
If you think a first or business-class airfare is beyond your grasp, think again. Here are a few practical tips to help you pick up a premium flight to National City for a whole lot less:

  • Be flexible. By being open to a few travel dates, you'll have more chances of landing a deal on business or first-class airfares.
  • Budget airlines offer first or business-class seating at more affordable prices. Ditch the full-service carriers and fly with one these cheaper options.
  • Make the most of your airline's flight rewards program and upgrade your seat. Alternatively, you can try bidding for an upgrade in an online auction if available.

How to get into National City from the airport?
Leave arrivals, jump in a San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) car rental and cruise straight to downtown National City. Economy has an on-site office where you can get a cool set of wheels right from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). You'll find the center of National City 8 miles away to the southeast. Don't feel like navigating unfamiliar city streets right after you arrive? Then take a taxi ride into the city and enjoy a few fun days wandering around National City. Afterward, you can venture further afield by renting a vehicle directly from the city center with one of our National City car rentals. That way, you'll get the best of both worlds!
What is the best time to go to National City?
If you want to experience the unique vibe of National City in the peak season, March, April and May are the prime months to visit. June 20 marks the beginning of the summer season in the Northern Hemisphere and is an excellent time to travel if you enjoy the great outdoors. Around this time of year, average daily temperatures usually range from 65 ºF to 80 ºF.
Travel tips for National City

  • Lace up your most comfy sneakers and explore this lively city on foot. There are loads of leading attractions to take in, such as Chula Vista Center and Atlantis Laser Tag.
  • If you're searching for a day trip, there are more sights to see a quick drive from the center. Discover why LEGOLAND® California and San Diego Zoo are on the must-do lists of most National City adventurers.
  • When it's time to get out and see more of San Diego County, lock in a car rental and drive in the direction of Carlsbad. Escondido is another worthwhile city with countless things to see and do.

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