Las Vegas from San Diego, Oct 23–25: $1,162 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, because
- Nonstop on Frontier in 1h 32m, $18 below the typical fare
- Clear forecast with highs of 65–75°F and a 9% rain chance at most
- Excalibur scores 7.7 from 30,739 reviews, resort fee already counted
The catch: A checked bag runs about $240 for two and isn't in the total, and the Excalibur rate can't be canceled for free.
Worth it if you want a quick, sunny weekend of shows and the Strip with carry-ons only; skip it if you need free cancellation at the lowest price.
Worth it for the two of you: $1,162 for two, all in. That's the flights at $616 plus 2 nights at Excalibur at $488, with its $58 resort fee and all taxes and fees included. You'd fly Oct 23–25, 2026, Friday to Sunday, nonstop on Frontier from San Diego to Las Vegas.
The total, before you go
$1,162 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $616 |
| Excalibur, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | $488 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $58 |
| The total, before you go | $1,162 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $240 |
$18 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
$308 per person, round trip
$616 for two, taxes and fees included · Frontier · nonstop · 1h 32m
Out Fri, Oct 23, 8:34 PM – Fri, Oct 23, 10:06 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier | $308 | nonstop | 1h 32m |
| Frontier | $337 | 1 stop | 8h 11m |
| Frontier | $352 | 1 stop | 8h 18m |
Prices checked Oct 15, 2026, 11:03 AM PDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
The fare is $308 per person, nonstop. That's $18 below the typical fare on this route, about 6% under, and it carries the Lowest in 30 days badge after 9 checks on this route. The fares we saw for these dates ran from $308 to $487 per person, so this one sits at the bottom of that range. The forecast for the weekend is clear: highs of 75°F on Friday, 74°F on Saturday and 65°F on Sunday, with a rain chance of 9% or lower. That's comfortable weather for walking the Strip at night or taking a desert drive. Friday's flight leaves at 8:34 PM and lands at 10:06 PM, so you can work a full day and still be in Vegas before the night gets going. These prices are what we found when we checked, and they can change.
The kind of trip this is
This is a city weekend built around nightlife, food and shows, with the desert close by if you want a break from the neon. It suits a couple or two friends who want to fly in Friday night, spend Saturday going full tilt, and head home Sunday. The pace is fast at night and as slow as you like by day, whether that's a pool cabana or a scenic drive.
Weather in Las Vegas, Oct 23–25
Highs 65–75°F, little rain expected
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 23 | 75 °F | 65 °F | 9% |
| Sat, Oct 24 | 74 °F | 62 °F | 2% |
| Sun, Oct 25 | 65 °F | 55 °F | 3% |
Where to stay in Las Vegas
We picked Excalibur as the best value. It's $488 for the 2 nights in a Royal Tower Two Queen Room, and its $58 resort fee is already counted in the $1,162 total. It scores 7.7 from 30,739 reviews, but the rate has no free cancellation. Horseshoe Las Vegas Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination is $509 for the stay, scores 7.9 from 8,078 reviews and offers free cancellation, plus $60 in fees at the property. The top-rated pick, Jet Luxury at The Signature Condo Hotel, is $527 for a Deluxe Studio and scores 8.7 from 3,279 reviews. It also has free cancellation, plus $62 in fees at the property. All three are on the Las Vegas Strip. If you want to be in the thick of it, Center Strip puts Bellagio, Caesars and the Cosmopolitan close by.
Excalibur
$488 for 2 nights, two guests · $244 a night
See roomsJet Luxury at The Signature Condo Hotel
$527 for 2 nights, two guests · $264 a night
See roomsHorseshoe Las Vegas Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination
$509 for 2 nights, two guests · $255 a night
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Where in Las Vegas
- Center Strip: Bellagio, Caesars and the Cosmopolitan in the thick of it.
- South Strip: Mandalay Bay, the Sphere area and the Allegiant Stadium end.
- North Strip: Resorts World and Fontainebleau at calmer prices.
- Downtown / Fremont Street: Vintage casinos, cheaper rooms and the canopy light show.
- Off-Strip: Red Rock Resort and the Rio for locals' rates and pools.
What to do in Las Vegas
- Watch the Bellagio fountains at night
- See a show at the Sphere or a Cirque du Soleil production
- Drive the Red Rock Canyon scenic loop on clear Saturday, high of 74°F
- Walk the Fremont Street Experience downtown under the canopy light show
- Day-trip to the Hoover Dam or Valley of Fire
- Book a pool cabana at a dayclub
Tours and tickets in Las Vegas
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Getting there and around
| Airports in San Diego | San Diego International (SAN) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Las Vegas | Harry Reid International (LAS) |
| Flight time | 1h 32m nonstop |
| Distance | 261 miles each way |
| Time difference | same time zone |
What 2 nights in Las Vegas costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $616 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Excalibur) | $488 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $520 |
| Total for two | $1,624 |
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: San Diego to Las Vegas
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $308 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $308 (Oct 15, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $326 |
| Price checks | 9 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travelers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Las Vegas.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- No passport needed, and you'll pay in US dollars.
- There's no time difference: San Diego and Las Vegas are both on Pacific time.
- The flight covers 261 miles in 1h 32m, from San Diego International (SAN) to Harry Reid International (LAS).
- Prices include taxes and fees, but a checked bag isn't included and runs about $240 for two.
- Free cancellation is available at Jet Luxury at The Signature Condo Hotel and at Horseshoe, but not at Excalibur.
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Yes. It's a nonstop flight of 1h 32m at $18 below the typical fare, the forecast is clear with highs of 65–75°F, and the hotel total already includes the resort fee. The main catch is a checked bag, which isn't included.
How much is the whole trip for two?
It's $1,162 for two, all in: $616 for the flights and $488 for 2 nights at Excalibur, plus its $58 resort fee, with taxes and fees included. A checked bag, at about $240 for two, and your spending money aren't in that total.
When does the flight leave?
The Frontier nonstop leaves San Diego on Friday, Oct 23 at 8:34 PM and lands in Las Vegas at 10:06 PM. You come home on Sunday, Oct 25.
What is the weather like?
The forecast is clear all three days: 75°F on Friday, 74°F on Saturday and 65°F on Sunday, with lows of 55–65°F. The rain chance is 9% or lower.
Is 2 nights enough?
For a weekend of the Strip, yes. You arrive Friday night, which leaves Saturday free for a show, the fountains or a Red Rock Canyon drive before you fly home Sunday.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic flight, the currency is the US dollar, and there's no time difference from San Diego.
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