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Cheap Flights from SFO to SAN starting at $37 One Way, $61 Round Trip

Prices starting at $61 for return flights and $37 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.

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
$214 nightly
The price is $246 total per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
$246 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,012 reviews)
"Close to area attractions and plenty of dining options to drive a small distance to."

Reviewed on Sep 10, 2025

Sheraton San Diego Resort
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA
$174 nightly
The price is $201 total per night from Sep 29 to Sep 30
$201 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (5,924 reviews)
Customer service
"We had some challenges on our first night due a/c not working and changed rooms to a smaller room that had been previously been occupied with a pet which really bothered my allergies. We had a really bad first night but upon speaking with manager he said that he will take care of it and move us to ..."

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

3.5 out of 5
2131 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA
$172 nightly
The price is $198 total per night from Sep 18 to Sep 19
$198 total
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,936 reviews)
"The property was right next to the ocean."

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
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

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA
$174 nightly
The price is $201 total per night from Sep 29 to Sep 30
$201 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (5,924 reviews)
Customer service
"We had some challenges on our first night due a/c not working and changed rooms to a smaller room that had been previously been occupied with a pet which really bothered my allergies. We had a really bad first night but upon speaking with manager he said that he will take care of it and move us to ..."

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

4 out of 5
830 Sixth Avenue, San Diego, CA
$114 nightly
The price is $132 total per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
$132 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,779 reviews)
"loved the wonderful historical hotel. front desk staff deserve six stars. they were beyond amazing everytime we came and went"

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

3 out of 5
1617 1st Avenue, San Diego, CA
$119 nightly
The price is $138 total per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
$138 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (435 reviews)
"The staff is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! I was so nervous to send my sibling alone, but she was treated so well. This is so wonderful to hear! THANK YOU ALL SO VERY MUCH FOR THE KINDNESS AND RESPECT YOU HAVE SHOWN! And I heard the room was spacious, clean, beautiful with an amazing view too:)"

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
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 $201 total per night from Sep 29 to Sep 30
$201 total
per night
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (5,924 reviews)
Customer service
"We had some challenges on our first night due a/c not working and changed rooms to a smaller room that had been previously been occupied with a pet which really bothered my allergies. We had a really bad first night but upon speaking with manager he said that he will take care of it and move us to ..."

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

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 $246 total per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
$246 total
per night
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,012 reviews)
"Close to area attractions and plenty of dining options to drive a small distance to."

Reviewed on Sep 10, 2025

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 $176 total per night from Sep 22 to Sep 23
$176 total
per night
Sep 22 - Sep 23
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Good for the money
"Great place"

Reviewed on Sep 10, 2025

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
$94 nightly
The price is $107 total per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
$107 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,144 reviews)
"The property is convenient to the freeway, shopping, and dining. The only drawback is that there is no microwave in the rooms or in the common areas."

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2025

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
$58 nightly
The price is $67 total per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
$67 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
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 ...
6.2/10 (2,132 reviews)
"Had a great nights stay. No hassles whatsoever.. Thank you"

Reviewed on Sep 2, 2025

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
$87 nightly
The price is $100 total per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
$100 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
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! (3,413 reviews)
"What a hidden little gem this hotel is! If you're looking for a nice, comfortable, inexpensive place to rest your head while you hop around to the Zoo, Wild Animal Park and Sea World-this is the place to be! Quiet, affordable, friendly staff and one of the cleanest hotels I've ever stayed in."

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

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
$226 nightly
The price is $260 total per night from Sep 29 to Sep 30
$260 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,695 reviews)
"The hotel rooms and grounds were well designed and at one time looked like top quality accommodations. The edges are now a little worn and some things a little out dated. That being said, the beach area, pool and staff were amazing and the pride was great. I’d come back for sure. It’s situated close ..."

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2025

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
$170 nightly
The price is $195 total per night from Sep 30 to Oct 1
$195 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,727 reviews)
"It qas clean and pool area with bar was awesome"

Reviewed on Sep 10, 2025

The Dana on Mission Bay
Catamaran Resort and Spa

Catamaran Resort and Spa

4 out of 5
3999 Mission Boulevard, San Diego, CA
$240 nightly
The price is $276 total per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
$276 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star 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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,037 reviews)

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

Travelers say...
"Tropical setting was lovely"

Reviewed on Sep 12, 2025

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
San Francisco
Destination Airport
San Diego
Number Of Airlines Serving
22
Distance
446 mi
Shortest Flight Departure Time
7:25AM PDT
Shortest Flight Departure Date
Sep 23
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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