San Diego from Salt Lake City, Oct 30–Nov 1: $345 per person, round trip
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- $345 per person, $72 below the typical fare on this route
- Typical highs of 72–75°F for a late-October beach weekend
- No passport needed, and San Diego is just 1 hour behind
The catch: It's one stop and 5h 22m to cover 627 miles, and a checked bag runs about $240 for two on top of the fare.
Worth it if you want a mild beach-and-city weekend for two; skip it if a stop on a 2-night trip feels like too much travel.
Worth it if a one-stop flight doesn't bother you. The round trip from Salt Lake City to San Diego is $345 per person, or $690 for two, all in, for Oct 30–Nov 1, 2026, which is 2 nights. It flies Frontier and Alaska (F9 + AS) with one stop, taking 5h 22m on the way out: you leave at 11:46 AM and land at 4:08 PM.
The total, before you go
$690 for two · 2 nights · flights, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $690 |
| The total, before you go | $690 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $240 |
$72 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). Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
$345 per person, round trip
$690 for two, taxes and fees included · F9 + AS · 1 stop · 5h 22m
Out Fri, Oct 30, 11:46 AM – Fri, Oct 30, 4:08 PM
Prices checked Oct 15, 2026, 8:09 PM MDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
At $345 per person, or $690 for two all in, this fare is $72 below the typical fare on this route. That typical fare is $417 per person, based on 24 earlier checks. Across the 10 offers we saw, fares ran from $345 to $394, so this one sits at the bottom of that range. The weather normals for Oct 30–Nov 1 are highs of 72–75°F and lows near 54°F under overcast skies, which is mild enough for the zoo, the coves and a walk by the water. Two nights is short, but the outbound leaves at 11:46 AM and lands at 4:08 PM, so you still get Friday evening in town. These are the prices we found on Oct 15, 2026. They can change before you book, so check the live fare first.
The kind of trip this is
This is a mild-weather beach-and-city weekend: fish tacos, a walk along the coast, maybe the zoo, and nights that don't run late. It suits a couple or two friends who want a quick reset away from Salt Lake City without a passport or a big time change. The pace is easy, with room for one big outing a day and a sunset to end it.
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
We didn't price hotels for this weekend, so the fare above covers flights only and we aren't naming a hotel pick. On a 2-night trip the area matters more than usual. Gaslamp Quarter / Downtown puts nightlife, Petco Park and the waterfront within walking distance, and it's handy for the USS Midway. La Jolla has coves, sea lions and upscale village hotels, which makes sense if kayaking the sea caves is the plan. Coronado has a wide beach next to the landmark Hotel del Coronado. Mission Beach / Pacific Beach has the boardwalk, surf and a young bar scene. Mission Valley has chain hotels with easy freeway access to the zoo and parks, a practical base if you're driving. Check live room prices before you book, since nothing here includes a room.
All hotels in San Diego for these dates
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 morning at the San Diego Zoo, then walk over to the 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 on the downtown 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 Salt Lake City | Salt Lake City International (SLC) |
|---|---|
| Airports in San Diego | San Diego International (SAN) |
| Flight time | 5h 22m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 627 miles each way |
| Time difference | -1 hour |
What 2 nights in San Diego costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $690 |
| Hotel, 2 nights | $0 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $520 |
| Total for two | $1,210 |
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: Salt Lake City to San Diego
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $345 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $290 (Oct 16, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $417 |
| Price checks | 24 |
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).
- No passport needed: it's a domestic flight from Salt Lake City International (SLC) to San Diego International (SAN)
- San Diego is 1 hour behind Salt Lake City, and you pay in US dollars
- The outbound has one stop and takes 5h 22m, leaving at 11:46 AM and landing at 4:08 PM
- The $345 per person fare covers flights only, and a checked bag is about $240 for two on top of it
- Weather normals for these dates are overcast, with highs of 72–75°F and lows of 53–55°F
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Worth it if you don't mind one stop. The fare is $345 per person, $72 below the typical $417 on this route, and the normal highs are 72–75°F. The downside is a 5h 22m trip out for 627 miles.
How much is the whole trip for two?
We only have the flights: $690 for two, all in, as of Oct 15, 2026. We didn't price a hotel, so there's no trip total here. Add about $240 for two if you each check a bag.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip from Salt Lake City to San Diego, you pay in US dollars, and San Diego is just 1 hour behind.
What is the weather like?
The normals for Oct 30–Nov 1 are overcast skies with highs of 72–75°F and lows of 53–55°F. That's mild enough for the zoo, a kayak trip or a beach walk, but bring a layer for the evenings.
Is 2 nights enough?
It works for a long weekend. You land at 4:08 PM on Friday, Oct 30, so you get that evening, all of Saturday and part of Sunday. Pick one area and one or two big outings.
Is this the lowest fare out there?
Of the 10 offers we saw, fares ran from $345 to $394 per person, so this is the bottom of that range. Fares change, so check the live price before you book.
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