San Diego from Houston, Oct 23–25: round trip from $470
When we checked, round-trip flights from Houston to San Diego were $470 per person, or $940 for two, for Oct 23–25, 2026 (2 nights), on Frontier with 1 stop. The forecast is clear, with highs of 81–90°F. Residence Inn San Diego Del Mar is the best-value hotel at $449 for the stay, breakfast included.
The flight
$494 $470 per person, round trip
the typical fare on this route
$940 for two, taxes and fees included · Frontier · 1 stop · 5h 52m
Out Fri, Oct 23, 10:37 AM – Fri, Oct 23, 2:29 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier | $470 | 1 stop | 5h 52m |
| United | $731 | nonstop | 3h 22m |
| Frontier | $517 | 2 stops | 40h 18m |
Prices checked Oct 12, 2026, 7:18 PM CDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Your trip for two
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $940 |
| Residence Inn San Diego Del Mar, 2 nights | $449 |
| Trip total for two | $1,389 |
Regular: $1,437 You pay: $1,389 Saved: $48
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Why go now
At $470 per person round trip, this fare is $24 below the typical fare on this route. That typical fare is $494, based on 7 earlier checks, so you're saving 5%. We saw 12 offers for these dates, from $470 to $731 per person. The lowest fare we tracked recently was $441, so this isn't a record low, just a fair price for a weekend getaway. If you'd rather skip the stop, United's nonstop is $731 per person. Late October suits San Diego well: the forecast shows clear skies every day, highs of 81°F to 90°F, lows of 67°F to 71°F and a 3% to 4% chance of rain. That makes it as much a beach weekend as a city one, with time for fish tacos, the zoo and sunset at Sunset Cliffs.
The kind of trip this is
It's a warm-weather beach and city long weekend with a relaxed pace. You can mix mornings at the beach or in the sea caves with afternoons at Balboa Park and an evening of tacos and craft beer. It suits a couple or a pair of friends who want sun, good food and a little sightseeing without packing every hour. It also works for a family with a zoo day on the list.
Weather in San Diego, Oct 23–25
Highs 81–90°F, little rain expected
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 23 | 81 °F | 67 °F | 4% |
| Sat, Oct 24 | 90 °F | 71 °F | 3% |
| Sun, Oct 25 | 84 °F | 71 °F | 3% |
Where to stay in San Diego
Residence Inn San Diego Del Mar is the best-value pick at $449 for 2 nights ($225 a night). It has a review score of 8.6 from 42 reviews, breakfast is included and you get a King Studio with Sofa Bed in Carmel Valley. The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter is the top-rated choice at $549 for the stay ($275 a night), with 8.8 from 175 reviews. It's room only, but you're in the Gaslamp Quarter / Downtown area, where you can walk to the nightlife, Petco Park and the waterfront. EZ 8 Motel Old Town is the budget option at $371 ($186 a night), but its score is 5.7 from 1,854 reviews, so expect the basics. All three offered free cancellation when we checked.
Residence Inn San Diego Del Mar
$449 for 2 nights, two guests · $225 a night
See roomsThe Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
$549 for 2 nights, two guests · $275 a night
See roomsEZ 8 Motel Old Town
$371 for 2 nights, two guests · $186 a night
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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
- Spend a day at the San Diego Zoo and the Balboa Park museums
- Kayak the sea caves at La Jolla, where you may spot sea lions
- Swim at Coronado Beach beside the Hotel del Coronado
- Tour the USS Midway aircraft carrier on the waterfront
- Eat fish tacos and drink craft beer in North Park
- Watch the sunset at Sunset Cliffs on your last evening
Also worth it
- Visit the San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park museums
Tours and tickets in San Diego
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Houston | George Bush Intercontinental (IAH), William P. Hobby (HOU) |
|---|---|
| Airports in San Diego | San Diego International (SAN) |
| Flight time | 5h 52m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 1,301 miles each way |
| Time difference | -2 hours |
What 2 nights in San Diego costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $940 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Residence Inn San Diego Del Mar) | $449 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $520 |
| Total for two | $1,909 |
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: Houston to San Diego
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $470 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $441 (Oct 12, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $494 |
| Price checks | 7 |
Good to know
- Passport: not needed for US citizens; a government ID is enough.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- No passport needed: it's a domestic trip, and you pay in US dollars.
- San Diego is 2 hours behind Houston.
- The Frontier flight leaves IAH at 10:37 AM, makes 1 stop and lands at SAN at 2:29 PM local time (5h 52m).
- Prices were all-in, with taxes and fees, when we found them. They can change before you book.
- The sample budget for two is $1,909: $940 for flights, $449 for the hotel and $520 for spending ($130 per person per day).
Questions readers ask
How much is the flight?
When we checked, it was $470 per person round trip on Frontier, or $940 for two, taxes and fees included. That's $24 below the typical fare on this route, which is $494.
Is there a nonstop?
Yes. United had a nonstop at $731 per person, leaving at 9:36 AM and landing at 10:58 AM local time, a 3h 22m flight. The Frontier fare at $470 has 1 stop.
Do I need a passport?
No. San Diego is in the United States, so a domestic ID works and you pay in US dollars.
What is the weather like?
The forecast is clear all weekend: a high of 81°F on Friday, Oct 23, 90°F on Saturday and 84°F on Sunday. Lows are 67°F to 71°F and the chance of rain is 3% to 4%.
Is 2 nights enough?
For a long weekend, yes. You land at 2:29 PM on Friday, so you can fit in a beach afternoon, a full Saturday for the zoo or La Jolla, and Sunday at Coronado.
What will the whole trip cost for two?
Our sample budget is $1,909 for two: $940 for flights, $449 for Residence Inn San Diego Del Mar and $520 for spending.
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