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Cheap Flights to National City from $30 One Way, $59 Round Trip

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

Mon, Jan 12 - Fri, Jan 16
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$59 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$59
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 12 from San Francisco Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Fri, Jan 16, priced at $59 found 6 hours ago
Fri, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 13
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$69 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$69
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 9 from San Francisco Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Tue, Jan 13, priced at $69 found 4 days ago
Fri, Jan 9 - Wed, Jan 14
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$87 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$87
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 9 from San Francisco Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Wed, Jan 14, priced at $87 found 5 days ago
Mon, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 20
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$89 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$89
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 12 from San Francisco Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Tue, Jan 20, priced at $89 found 1 day ago
Mon, Jan 5 - Mon, Jan 12
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$93 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$93
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 5 from San Francisco Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Mon, Jan 12, priced at $93 found 11 hours ago
Fri, Jan 9 - Mon, Jan 12
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$95 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$95
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 9 from San Francisco Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Mon, Jan 12, priced at $95 found 1 hour ago
Tue, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 31
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$97 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$97
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 27 from San Francisco Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Sat, Jan 31, priced at $97 found 3 days ago
Tue, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 31
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$97 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$97
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Jan 27 from San Francisco Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Sat, Jan 31, priced at $97 found 3 days ago
Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 27
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$98 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$98
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 20 from San Francisco Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Tue, Jan 27, priced at $98 found 2 days ago
Wed, Feb 11 - Wed, Feb 18
SEA
Seattle - Tacoma Intl.
SAN
San Diego Intl.
$99 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$99
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 11 from Seattle - Tacoma Intl. to San Diego Intl., returning Wed, Feb 18, priced at $99 found 1 hour ago

National City Flight Information

Traveling To
National City
Destination Airport IATA Code
SAN
Number of Airlines Serving
Airlines
Frontier Airlines, United, Alaska Airlines, Southwest Airlines
Flight Price
$59
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Latest Departing Flight

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National City economy flight packages

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Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa
4.5-star property

Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa

Jan 22 - Jan 28

6 night stay

Denver (DEN) to San Diego (SAN)

Frontier Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $638, price is now $338 per person
$338
per person
found 1 day ago
The Sofia Hotel
3.5-star property

The Sofia Hotel

Feb 7 - Feb 12

5 night stay

Atlanta (ATL) to San Diego (SAN)

American Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
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Price was $1,151, price is now $539 per person
$539
per person
found 1 day ago
Los Bungalows
2.5-star property

Los Bungalows

Jan 22 - Jan 28

6 night stay

Denver (DEN) to San Diego (SAN)

Frontier Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $921, price is now $517 per person
$517
per person
found 1 day ago
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National City premium economy flight packages

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The Sofia Hotel
3.5-star property

The Sofia Hotel

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

Jan 27 - Jan 31

4 night stay

Chicago (ORD) to San Diego (SAN)

Delta • Non-stop roundtrip • PremiumEconomy
Price was $1,085, price is now $714 per person
$714
per person
found 1 day ago
The hotel was well staffed and the rooms where clean.

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2025

Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
4.0-star property

Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

9/10 Wonderful! (1,128 reviews)

Jan 27 - Jan 31

4 night stay

Chicago (ORD) to San Diego (SAN)

Delta • Non-stop roundtrip • PremiumEconomy
Price was $1,125, price is now $836 per person
$836
per person
found 1 day ago
We were able to check in early and check out late, but of course had to pay a fee

Reviewed on Oct 3, 2025

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
4.0-star property

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

8.6/10 Excellent! (2,326 reviews)

Jan 27 - Jan 31

4 night stay

Chicago (ORD) to San Diego (SAN)

Delta • Non-stop roundtrip • PremiumEconomy
Price was $1,159, price is now $885 per person
$885
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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National City first class flight packages

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The Sofia Hotel
3.5-star property

The Sofia Hotel

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

Feb 6 - Feb 11

5 night stay

Minneapolis (MSP) to San Diego (SAN)

Delta • Roundtrip • FirstClass
Price was $1,835, price is now $1,227 per person
$1,227
per person
found 1 day ago
The hotel was well staffed and the rooms where clean.

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2025

Hotel Indigo San Diego-Gaslamp Quarter by IHG
4.0-star property

Hotel Indigo San Diego-Gaslamp Quarter by IHG

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)

Feb 6 - Feb 11

5 night stay

Minneapolis (MSP) to San Diego (SAN)

Delta • Roundtrip • FirstClass
Price was $2,391, price is now $1,756 per person
$1,756
per person
found 1 day ago
Ballpark adjacent! Great night life around it.

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0-star property

Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)

Feb 6 - Feb 11

5 night stay

Minneapolis (MSP) to San Diego (SAN)

Delta • Roundtrip • FirstClass
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Price was $3,651, price is now $2,698 per person
$2,698
per person
found 1 day ago
Awesome experience! Got upgraded and was able to check in early! ☺️

Reviewed on Sep 16, 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 $59 to $99 this week to National City. Arriving from San Francisco (SFO)? The cheapest one-way prices were just $30.
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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