Cheap flights from SFO to SAN (San Francisco Intl. to San Diego Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from SFO to SAN starting at $24 One Way, $46 Round Trip

Prices starting at $46 for return flights and $24 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, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 16
SFO
San Francisco
SAN
San Diego
$46 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$46
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 10 from San Francisco to San Diego, returning Wed, Sep 16, priced at $46 found 7 hours ago
Wed, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 3
SFO
San Francisco
SAN
San Diego
$47 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$47
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 30 from San Francisco to San Diego, returning Sat, Oct 3, priced at $47 found 2 hours ago
Thu, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 2
SFO
San Francisco
SAN
San Diego
$54 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$54
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 27 from San Francisco to San Diego, returning Wed, Sep 2, priced at $54 found 4 hours ago
Sat, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 2
SFO
San Francisco
SAN
San Diego
$137 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Oct 31 from San Francisco to San Diego, returning Mon, Nov 2, priced at $137 found 16 hours ago
Wed, Sep 16 - Thu, Sep 17
SFO
San Francisco
SAN
San Diego
$203 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$203
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 16 from San Francisco to San Diego, returning Thu, Sep 17, priced at $203 found 5 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
$169 nightly
The price is $194 total per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
$194 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
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 ...
Sheraton San Diego Resort
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! (6,257 reviews)
"Friendly, excellent service!!!"

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

4 out of 5
1 Market Pl San Diego CA
$238 nightly
The price is $276 total per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
$276 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
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! (2,770 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay and would happily return if I’m in the area."

Reviewed on Aug 6, 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
$285 nightly
The price is $328 total per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
$328 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
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! (2,805 reviews)
"My key stopped working but everything else was good. Very expensive though to be on the water."

Reviewed on Aug 6, 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
$238 nightly
The price is $276 total per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
$276 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
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! (2,770 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay and would happily return if I’m in the area."

Reviewed on Aug 6, 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! (6,257 reviews)
"Friendly, excellent service!!!"

Reviewed on Aug 6, 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 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! (6,257 reviews)
"Friendly, excellent service!!!"

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Sheraton San Diego Resort

Sheraton San Diego Resort

4 out of 5
1380 Harbor Island Dr San Diego CA
$169 nightly
The price is $194 total per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
$194 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
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 ...
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
$153 nightly
The price is $176 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$176 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
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
$110 nightly
The price is $126 total per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
$126 total
Aug 9 - Aug 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! (1,525 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff. Very and clean place."

Reviewed on Aug 5, 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
$60 nightly
The price is $68 total per night from Aug 7 to Aug 8
$68 total
Aug 7 - Aug 8
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
$130 nightly
The price is $149 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$149 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
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 ...
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
$287 nightly
The price is $330 total per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
$330 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
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! (2,326 reviews)
"Nice resort in mission bay"

Reviewed on Aug 6, 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
$234 nightly
The price is $269 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$269 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
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 ...
The Dana on Mission Bay
Catamaran Resort and Spa

Catamaran Resort and Spa

4 out of 5
3999 Mission Boulevard San Diego CA
$335 nightly
The price is $385 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$385 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
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.

SFO to SAN Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
SFO Address & GPS
Address:
San Francisco CA, 94128
United States
IATA Code:
SFO
Longitude:
-122.389881
Latitude:
37.615215
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles
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 SFO to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
There are no less than 4 airlines that provide direct services from SFO to SAN, so there's no need for you to stress about bag transfers or transit delays on this stage of your journey. Here are some of the carriers that are favored by experienced travelers:

  • Alaska Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • Southwest Airlines
  • Frontier Airlines

What is the shortest flight from San Francisco Airport to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Flying is one of life's great privileges and pleasures, especially when your trip is only 1 hour and 25 minutes. That's all it takes to get from San Francisco to San Diego.
How many hours flight from SFO to San Diego Airport?
The typical flight time from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to San Diego Airport is a short 1 hour and 36 minutes. So, pack your gear and book your seat. There's nothing more exciting than an impromptu trip.
What airlines have the most flights from San Francisco Airport to San Diego Airport?
Whether it's ticket cost, loyalty programs or even the snacks on board, we all have things we look for when traveling with a certain airline. And if you're on your way from San Francisco to San Diego, you have decent variety to pick from. Secure your perfect fare with one of these leading carriers:

  • Frontier Airlines - (F9) with 41 flights every month
  • Southwest Airlines - (WN) with 113 flights every month
  • United Airlines - (UA) with 173 flights every month
  • Alaska Airlines - (AS) with 210 flights every month

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