Cheap flights from RIC to SAN (Richmond Intl. to San Diego Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from RIC to SAN starting at $136 One Way, $329 Round Trip

Prices starting at $329 for return flights and $136 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.

Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
RIC
Richmond
SAN
San Diego
$329 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$329
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 19 from Richmond to San Diego, returning Thu, Nov 26, priced at $329 found 4 days ago
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
RIC
Richmond
SAN
San Diego
$334 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$334
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 19 from Richmond to San Diego, returning Thu, Nov 26, priced at $334 found 4 days ago
Wed, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 21
RIC
Richmond
SAN
San Diego
$344 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$344
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 18 from Richmond to San Diego, returning Sat, Nov 21, priced at $344 found 2 hours ago
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
RIC
Richmond
SAN
San Diego
$347 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$347
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Dec 3 from Richmond to San Diego, returning Mon, Dec 7, priced at $347 found 3 days ago
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
RIC
Richmond
SAN
San Diego
$347 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$347
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 3 from Richmond to San Diego, returning Mon, Dec 7, priced at $347 found 3 days 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
The price is $194 total per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
$194 total
per night
Aug 23 - Aug 24
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 ...
Sheraton San Diego Resort
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
The price is $211 total per night from Aug 12 to Aug 13
$211 total
per night
Aug 12 - Aug 13
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 ...
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

4 out of 5
1 Market Pl San Diego CA
The price is $250 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$250 total
per night
Sep 7 - Sep 8
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! (2,787 reviews)
"Beautiful property, great location, and amazing staff! Basel at check-in was an absolute delight—so kind, welcoming, and genuinely hospitable. He made us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. We had a great stay and would absolutely come back. Don’t hesitate—book it!"

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2026

Manchester Grand Hyatt 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.

Hotels In San Diego

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
$269 nightly
The price is $309 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$309 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,830 reviews)
"Been coming here for a long time this place never gets old I love everything about it!"

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

4 out of 5
1 Market Pl San Diego CA
$216 nightly
The price is $250 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$250 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
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! (2,787 reviews)
"Beautiful property, great location, and amazing staff! Basel at check-in was an absolute delight—so kind, welcoming, and genuinely hospitable. He made us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. We had a great stay and would absolutely come back. Don’t hesitate—book it!"

Reviewed on Aug 10, 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 Aug 12 to Aug 13
$211 total
Aug 12 - Aug 13
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! (6,286 reviews)
"I love the view that’s why I keep going back"

Reviewed on Aug 10, 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
The price is $211 total per night from Aug 12 to Aug 13
$211 total
per night
Aug 12 - Aug 13
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 ...
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Sheraton San Diego Resort

Sheraton San Diego Resort

4 out of 5
1380 Harbor Island Dr San Diego CA
The price is $194 total per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
$194 total
per night
Aug 23 - Aug 24
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 ...
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
The price is $156 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$156 total
per night
Sep 1 - Sep 2
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,092 reviews)
"Clean rooms and comfy bed. Breakfast hot and refills plenty."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2026

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
The price is $126 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$126 total
per night
Sep 7 - Sep 8
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 ...
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
The price is $106 total per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
$106 total
per night
Aug 11 - Aug 12
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 ...
6.6/10 (2,169 reviews)
"I know the place is on the cheap side for San Diego but for the price you think you would get complimentary shampoo and conditioner. Instead you get an exterior that is falling apart and smells of dog urine. And while the rooms are fairly clean they smell of a combination of cigarette smoke, mold ..."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2026

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
The price is $149 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$149 total
per night
Aug 31 - Sep 1
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 ...
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
The price is $275 total per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
$275 total
per night
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Book a stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,339 reviews)
"Situated perfectly in the middle of beaches, bays, and the Mission Beach boardwalk. Amazing big rooms and amenities were great. Staff was helpful. Dockside restaurant was delicious brunch and view. The only downside is the pool is not that great for such a nice resort. That would be the only deciding ..."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 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
The price is $246 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$246 total
per night
Sep 7 - Sep 8
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! (4,459 reviews)
"👍"

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2026

The Dana on Mission Bay
Catamaran Resort and Spa

Catamaran Resort and Spa

4 out of 5
3999 Mission Boulevard San Diego CA
The price is $301 total per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
$301 total
per night
Sep 8 - Sep 9
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,341 reviews)

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

Travelers say...
"Comfy beds, plenty of towels and convenient poolside eats and drinks. Loved the tropical birds on display during the day, interacting with them when a trainer was there and walking through the lush garden watching the ducks, koi and turtles in the pond. We had a small kitchen in our tower room, which ..."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2026

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.

RIC to SAN Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
RIC Address & GPS
Address:
1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive
Richmond VA, 23250-2400
United States
IATA Code:
RIC
Longitude:
-77.3225
Latitude:
37.506111
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 RIC to SAN?
There aren't any direct flights between these destinations. But United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta Air Lines will take you from Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) to San Diego Airport with just one stopover.
What is the shortest flight from RIC to San Diego Airport?
From Richmond, the eclectic sights and sounds of San Diego are 7 hours and 10 minutes away. Book your favorite seat, or perhaps even one with a little more legroom, and fly to your destination in comfort.
How many hours flight from RIC to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
The trip from RIC to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) will take approximately 7 hours and 16 minutes. A few good movies, some podcasts and a little shut-eye will help make time zip by.
What airlines have the most flights from Richmond Intl. Airport to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
You'll have to make at least one stopover if you plan to travel from Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) to SAN. For now, there aren't any airlines that offer direct flights on this route.

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