San Diego from Dallas-Fort Worth, Oct 30–Nov 1: $949 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- $160 per person below the typical fare on this route
- Lowest in 30 days on this route
- Free cancellation at Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley/Stadium
The catch: Not nonstop: a stop on the way, 7h 23m in all.
Worth it if you want sun, sand and a pool; skip it if you want a city to walk.
Round-trip flights on Frontier from Dallas-Fort Worth to San Diego cost $279 per person for Oct 30–Nov 1, 2026 when we checked, $160 below the typical fare on this route. Three places to stay start at $173 a night for the 2-night stay. The total, before you go: $904 for two, flights and Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley/Stadium with taxes and fees. Prices move; every link below shows the live price.
The total, before you go
$949 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $558 |
| Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley/Stadium, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | $346 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $45 |
| The total, before you go | $949 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $240 |
$160 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $60 each way per bag on Frontier, $240 for two round trip); the resort fee is counted above. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
$279 per person, round trip
$558 for two, taxes and fees included · Frontier · 1 stop · 7h 23m
Out Fri, Oct 30, 10:45 AM – Fri, Oct 30, 4:08 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier | $279 | 1 stop | 7h 23m |
| Frontier | $362 | 1 stop | 14h 54m |
| Frontier | $279 | 1 stop | 5h 30m |
Prices checked Oct 16, 2026, 5:16 AM CDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why San Diego
Why we picked it: San Diego is the best value we priced for the weekend: $279 round trip, 36% under the typical price.
San Diego has the most reliable beach weather in the country, plus the famous zoo, Balboa Park, fish tacos and a laid-back surf culture.
Weather in San Diego, Oct 30–Nov 1
Typical highs 72–75°F, lows near 54°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 30 | 75 °F | 53 °F | Overcast |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 73 °F | 53 °F | Overcast |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 72 °F | 55 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in San Diego
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley/Stadium
$346 for 2 nights, two guests · $173 a night
See roomsWave Crest Resort
$600 for 2 nights, two guests · $300 a night
See roomsHampton Inn by Hilton San Diego - Kearny Mesa
$347 for 2 nights, two guests · $174 a night
See roomsAll hotels in San Diego for these dates
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Where in San Diego
- Gaslamp Quarter / Downtown: Nightlife, Petco Park and the waterfront on foot.
- La Jolla: Coves, sea lions and upscale village hotels.
- Coronado: Wide beach and the landmark Hotel del Coronado.
- Mission Beach / Pacific Beach: Boardwalk, surf and a young bar scene.
- Mission Valley: Chain hotels with easy freeway access to the zoo and parks.
What to do in San Diego
Signature experiences
- Visit the San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park museums
- Kayak the sea caves at La Jolla
- Swim at Coronado Beach beside the Hotel del Coronado
- Tour the USS Midway aircraft carrier
- Eat fish tacos and craft beer in North Park
- Watch the sunset at Sunset Cliffs
Tours and tickets in San Diego
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Dallas-Fort Worth | Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW), Dallas Love Field (DAL) |
|---|---|
| Airports in San Diego | San Diego International (SAN) |
| Flight time | 7h 23m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 1,182 miles each way |
| Time difference | -2 hours |
What 2 nights in San Diego costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $558 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley/Stadium) | $346 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $520 |
| Total for two | $1,424 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for an upscale destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Dallas-Fort Worth to San Diego
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $279 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $279 (Oct 16, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $439 |
| Price checks | 31 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travelers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for San Diego.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
Questions readers ask
How much does 2 nights in San Diego from Dallas-Fort Worth cost?
About $1,424 for two: $558 in flights, $346 for the hotel and $520 for food, getting around and tickets.
What is the weather like in San Diego Oct 30–Nov 1?
Typical highs 72–75°F, lows near 54°F this time of year
Do I need a passport for San Diego?
No. No passport needed for travelers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for San Diego.
How long is the flight from Dallas-Fort Worth to San Diego?
7h 23m with 1 stop on Frontier, on the fare we found.
Is $279 a good price for Dallas-Fort Worth to San Diego?
It is 36% below the typical $439 per person we see on this route, which is why it made the list.
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