San Diego from Little Rock, Oct 30–Nov 1: $1,769 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- $696 per person round trip, $387 under this route's typical fare
- Typical highs of 72–75°F for the weekend, lows near 54°F
- Free cancellation at all three hotels; Hampton Inn scores 8.6 with breakfast
The catch: The flight has one stop and 13h 43m of total listed travel time, and a checked bag runs about $140 for two, which isn't in the total.
Worth it if you want a mild beach-and-city weekend for two; skip it if a one-stop flight eats too much of 2 nights.
Worth it if you don't mind one stop. It comes to $1,769 for two, all in: $1,392 for the flights, $334 for 2 nights at Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley/Stadium and its $43 property fee, with taxes and fees included. You fly out Friday, Oct 30 and come home Sunday, Nov 1, 2026 on Alaska Airlines (AS), with one stop, so it isn't a nonstop.
The total, before you go
$1,769 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $1,392 |
| Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley/Stadium, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | $334 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $43 |
| The total, before you go | $1,769 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $140 |
$387 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $35 each way per bag on Alaska, $140 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
$696 per person, round trip
$1,392 for two, taxes and fees included · Alaska · 1 stop · 13h 43m
Out Fri, Oct 30, 11:59 AM – Fri, Oct 30, 4:49 PM · back Sun, Nov 1, 9:28 AM – Sun, Nov 1, 6:21 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska | $696 | 1 stop | 13h 43m |
| AS + WS | $1,809 | 3 stops | 73h 12m |
| Alaska | $696 | 1 stop | 14h 39m |
Prices checked Oct 15, 2026, 5:24 PM CDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
The fare is $696 per person, $387 below the typical fare on this route, which our earlier checks put at $1,083 per person. That's 36% under, and the fare carries the Lowest in 30 days badge. For Oct 30–Nov 1 the typical highs are 72–75°F with lows near 54°F. The seasonal normals show overcast skies, so plan on a light jacket for the evenings rather than a full sunbathing weekend. When we checked, the whole trip came to $1,769 for two, flights and hotel, taxes and fees included. Prices move, and we can't promise this one will hold. Two nights is short, but the outbound lands at 4:49 PM Friday. That leaves all of Saturday for the zoo, the coast or North Park before an early Sunday flight home.
The kind of trip this is
This is a short beach-and-city weekend for two adults, with mild days in the 70s, the zoo and Balboa Park, fish tacos in North Park and sunset at Sunset Cliffs. The pace is easy, and the Mission Valley base has quick freeway access. It suits couples or two friends who want sea air, good food and a change of scenery more than a pool lounger, as long as you don't mind gray skies.
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
All three picks are 3-star hotels with free cancellation. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley/Stadium is the best value at $334 for the stay ($167 a night), plus a $43 fee at the property that we counted in the total. It scores 7.6 from 383 reviews, and the room comes without breakfast. Hampton Inn by Hilton San Diego - Kearny Mesa is the top-rated pick at 8.6 from 436 reviews. It costs $346 for the stay ($173 a night), breakfast is included and $45 in property fees comes on top. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle costs $347 ($174 a night) plus $45 in fees and scores 7.9 from 2,483 reviews. Mission Valley is good for chain hotels with easy freeway access to the zoo and parks.
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley/Stadium
$334 for 2 nights, two guests · $167 a night
See roomsHampton Inn by Hilton San Diego - Kearny Mesa
$346 for 2 nights, two guests · $173 a night
See roomsCourtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle
$347 for 2 nights, two guests · $174 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 Saturday at the San Diego Zoo, then the Balboa Park museums
- Kayak the sea caves at La Jolla, home to coves and sea lions
- Swim at Coronado Beach beside the Hotel del Coronado
- Tour the USS Midway aircraft carrier
- Eat fish tacos and drink craft beer in North Park
- Watch the sunset at Sunset Cliffs
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 Little Rock | Clinton National (LIT) |
|---|---|
| Airports in San Diego | San Diego International (SAN) |
| Flight time | 13h 43m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 1,432 miles each way |
| Time difference | -2 hours |
What 2 nights in San Diego costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $1,392 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley/Stadium) | $334 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $520 |
| Total for two | $2,246 |
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: Little Rock to San Diego
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $696 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $696 (Oct 15, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $1,083 |
| Price checks | 10 |
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).
- You don't need a passport for this trip, and you'll pay in US dollars.
- San Diego is 2 hours behind Little Rock.
- Outbound leaves Clinton National (LIT) at 11:59 AM and lands at San Diego International (SAN) at 4:49 PM.
- The return leaves at 9:28 AM Sunday and lands at 6:21 PM, with one stop.
- The total leaves out checked bags (about $140 for two) and spending money, which we budget at $520 for two.
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Yes, if a one-stop flight works for you. The fare is $696 per person, $387 under the $1,083 typical fare on this route, and typical highs are 72–75°F. If you want a nonstop for a 2-night trip, skip this one.
How much is the whole trip for two?
It's $1,769 for two, all in. That covers $1,392 for the flights, plus $334 for the Hilton Garden Inn and its $43 property fee, with taxes and fees included. Checked bags, about $140 for two, aren't in the total.
What is the weather like?
The seasonal normals for Oct 30–Nov 1 show highs of 72–75°F and lows near 54°F, with overcast skies. It's mild enough to walk around all day, but bring a layer for the evenings.
Is 2 nights enough?
It works for a quick getaway. You land at 4:49 PM Friday and fly home at 9:28 AM Sunday, so Saturday is your one full day. Pick two or three things, like the zoo, Coronado Beach and Sunset Cliffs.
Can we cancel the hotel?
Yes. All three hotels we picked list free cancellation: the Hilton Garden Inn at $334, the Hampton Inn at $346 and the Courtyard at $347 for the stay.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip, you'll pay in US dollars, and San Diego is 2 hours behind Little Rock.
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