Cheap flights from DAY to SAN (James M. Cox Dayton Intl. to San Diego Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from DAY to SAN starting at $255 One Way, $359 Round Trip

Prices starting at $359 for return flights and $255 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.

Fri, Jan 22 - Fri, Jan 29
DAY
Dayton
SAN
San Diego
$359 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$359
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 22 from Dayton to San Diego, returning Fri, Jan 29, priced at $359 found 18 hours ago
Fri, Dec 11 - Sat, Dec 12
DAY
Dayton
SAN
San Diego
$359 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$359
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Dec 11 from Dayton to San Diego, returning Sat, Dec 12, priced at $359 found 4 days ago
Fri, Oct 2 - Wed, Oct 7
DAY
Dayton
SAN
San Diego
$369 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$369
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Oct 2 from Dayton to San Diego, returning Wed, Oct 7, priced at $369 found 4 days ago
Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 6
DAY
Dayton
SAN
San Diego
$371 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$371
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 2 from Dayton to San Diego, returning Sun, Dec 6, priced at $371 found 23 hours ago
Fri, Jan 22 - Fri, Jan 29
DAY
Dayton
SAN
San Diego
$379 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$379
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Jan 22 from Dayton to San Diego, returning Fri, Jan 29, priced at $379 found 18 hours ago

Hotel Ideas near San Diego Intl.

Airport Hotels near San Diego Intl.

Sheraton San Diego Resort

Sheraton San Diego Resort

4 out of 5
1380 Harbor Island Dr San Diego CA
$213 nightly
The price is $245 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$245 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,670 reviews)
"Mold in room and water damage will never stay there again . Ripoff Parking charges"

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2026

Sheraton San Diego Resort
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

4 out of 5
1 Market Pl San Diego CA
$296 nightly
The price is $343 total per night from Sep 11 to Sep 12
$343 total
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 6 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,830 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff and great locarion"

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2026

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
$182 nightly
The price is $211 total per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
$211 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (6,284 reviews)
"Great location close to most downtown area."

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2026

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

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

4 out of 5
1 Market Pl San Diego CA
$296 nightly
The price is $343 total per night from Sep 11 to Sep 12
$343 total
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 6 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,830 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff and great locarion"

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2026

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
California Suites Hotel

California Suites Hotel

2 out of 5
5415 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego CA
$89 nightly
The price is $102 total per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
$102 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,947 reviews)
"At first I was a little skeptical upon arrival with the location but the staff and the people who stayed there made everything immensely better! They don’t serve breakfast but had fresh coffee and hot cocoa and tea all the time! You can cook in your hotel room to save money and once inside (it was ..."

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2026

California Suites Hotel
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
$182 nightly
The price is $211 total per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
$211 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (6,284 reviews)
"Great location close to most downtown area."

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2026

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.

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
$182 nightly
The price is $211 total per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
$211 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (6,284 reviews)
"Great location close to most downtown area."

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Sheraton San Diego Resort

Sheraton San Diego Resort

4 out of 5
1380 Harbor Island Dr San Diego CA
$213 nightly
The price is $245 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$245 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,670 reviews)
"Mold in room and water damage will never stay there again . Ripoff Parking charges"

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2026

Sheraton San Diego Resort
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

2.5 out of 5
1955 San Diego Ave San Diego CA
$155 nightly
The price is $178 total per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
$178 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG
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

Pleasant Inn

Pleasant Inn

2.5 out of 5
5550 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego CA
$76 nightly
The price is $87 total per night from Sep 9 to Sep 10
$87 total
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total with taxes and fees
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 convenient parking in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,560 reviews)
"Great staff and clean room."

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2026

Pleasant Inn
E-Z 8 Motel Old Town

E-Z 8 Motel Old Town

2.5 out of 5
4747 Pacific Highway San Diego CA
$71 nightly
The price is $81 total per night from Sep 9 to Sep 10
$81 total
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
E-Z 8 Motel Old Town
Kings Inn San Diego

Kings Inn San Diego

2.5 out of 5
1333 Hotel Cir S San Diego CA
$108 nightly
The price is $123 total per night from Sep 13 to Sep 14
$123 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,744 reviews)
"The app would not let me select excellent for my stars, but it’s excellent so highly recommend I stay there all the time home away from home. Nice pool."

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2026

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

Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel

3.5 out of 5
998 W Mission Bay Dr San Diego CA
$267 nightly
The price is $307 total per night from Sep 30 to Oct 1
$307 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly resort in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,391 reviews)
"Overall experience was good. I would go back in future."

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2026

Bahia Resort Hotel
The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay

3.5 out of 5
1710 W Mission Bay Dr San Diego CA
$186 nightly
The price is $213 total per night from Sep 29 to Sep 30
$213 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a marina, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,463 reviews)
"GREAT place for a quick stay-cation. Loved the pool and pool-side service. Beatuiful views from every angle around the resort. Been here 3 or 4 times now, and will always come back!!!"

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2026

The Dana on Mission Bay
Catamaran Resort and Spa

Catamaran Resort and Spa

4 out of 5
3999 Mission Boulevard San Diego CA
$268 nightly
The price is $308 total per night from Sep 9 to Sep 10
$308 total
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total with taxes and fees
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 helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
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.

DAY to SAN Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
DAY Address & GPS
Address:
Terminal Building
Dayton OH, 45377
United States
IATA Code:
DAY
Longitude:
-84.220767
Latitude:
39.898007
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

Are there non-stop flights from DAY to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Unfortunately, there are no direct flights on this route. But American Airlines, United Airlines and Alaska Airlines will take you from James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY) to San Diego Airport with only one stopover.
What is the shortest flight from DAY to SAN?
From Dayton, the eclectic sights and sounds of San Diego are around 6 hours and 34 minutes away. Be sure to book your favorite seat, or maybe even upgrade to one with more legroom, and get to your destination in total comfort.
How many hours flight from DAY to San Diego Airport?
From DAY to SAN, you'll be cruising the skies for approximately 6 hours and 40 minutes. Get comfy, order a glass of Champagne and put on your noise-canceling headphones. It's time for a binge-watching session.
What airlines have the most flights from DAY to SAN?
If you're wanting to find an airline that flies direct from Dayton Intl. Airport to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), you're out of luck. You'll need to book a flight with at least one stopover to get to San Diego.

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