San Diego from Tucson, Oct 23–25: $503 per person, round trip
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, because
- $503 per person, $210 below the typical fare on this route
- Southwest nonstop at the same price: 80 minutes, leaving 6:20 AM
- Highs of 69–75°F, with a rain chance of 11% or less
The catch: The fare we priced has one stop and takes 3h 25m, and the 80-minute nonstop means a 6:20 AM departure.
Worth it if you want a mild beach-and-city weekend with an easy hop over; skip it if you need the hotel cost settled first.
Worth it: a Southwest round trip from Tucson to San Diego was $503 per person, or $1,006 for two, with taxes and fees included when we checked on Oct 13. It covers Oct 23–25, 2026, which is 2 nights. The fare we priced has one stop and takes 3h 25m, but Southwest also showed an 80-minute nonstop at the same $503.
The total, before you go
$1,006 for two · 2 nights · flights, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $1,006 |
| The total, before you go | $1,006 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $140 |
$210 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 Southwest, $140 for two round trip). Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
$503 per person, round trip
$1,006 for two, taxes and fees included · Southwest · 1 stop · 3h 25m
Out Fri, Oct 23, 7:45 AM – Fri, Oct 23, 11:10 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest | $503 | 1 stop | 3h 25m |
| Southwest | $503 | nonstop | 1h 20m |
| American. Operated by Envoy Air as American Eagle | $503 | 1 stop | 3h 36m |
Prices checked Oct 13, 2026, 4:41 PM MST. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
At $503 per person, this fare is $210 below the typical fare on this route. That's 29% under the $713 median of our earlier checks, and it's the lowest we've seen in 30 days. For two it comes to $1,006 round trip, with taxes and fees included as of Oct 13. Fares move, so we can't promise it'll hold. The forecast works too: highs of 69°F Friday, 72°F Saturday and 75°F Sunday. Friday has a 5% chance of drizzle, Saturday looks overcast and Sunday clear. You won't need a passport and you won't change your clocks, since both cities are on the same time for these dates. At 362 miles, a Friday-morning arrival leaves the afternoon for the coast. Mid-October also falls outside both of the season notes we track for San Diego.
The kind of trip this is
This is a mild-weather beach and city weekend at an easy pace. Spend one day on the zoo and museums and the next on coves and the sunset, with fish tacos in between. It suits a couple or two friends who want ocean air without a long trip, or anyone who'd rather walk and eat than keep a packed schedule.
Weather in San Diego, Oct 23–25
Highs 69–75°F, little rain expected
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 23 | 69 °F | 64 °F | 5% |
| Sat, Oct 24 | 72 °F | 66 °F | 11% |
| Sun, Oct 25 | 75 °F | 67 °F | 6% |
Where to stay in San Diego
We didn't price hotels for this weekend, so there's no hotel total here and we're not naming a pick. Here's how the areas compare. Gaslamp Quarter / Downtown puts nightlife, Petco Park and the waterfront within walking distance, which helps if you'd rather skip a car. La Jolla has coves, sea lions and upscale village hotels, and it's close to the sea cave kayaking. Coronado gives you a wide beach with a landmark hotel on it. 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. Whichever area you choose, check the all-in nightly price on the hotel's own site, including any resort fee, before you book.
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 day at the San Diego Zoo and 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
- Eat fish tacos and drink craft beer in North Park
- Watch the sunset at Sunset Cliffs, ideally Sunday when the forecast is clear
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 Tucson | Tucson International (TUS) |
|---|---|
| Airports in San Diego | San Diego International (SAN) |
| Flight time | 3h 25m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 362 miles each way |
| Time difference | same time zone |
What 2 nights in San Diego costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $1,006 |
| Hotel, 2 nights | $0 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $520 |
| Total for two | $1,526 |
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: Tucson to San Diego
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $503 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $503 (Oct 13, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $713 |
| Price checks | 6 |
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, and you'll pay in US dollars
- Tucson and San Diego are on the same clock for these dates
- The fare we priced runs 7:45 AM to 11:10 AM with one stop; the nonstop runs 6:20 AM to 7:40 AM
- Checked bags are about $140 for two and aren't included in the $1,006 fare total
- We found these prices on Oct 13, and they include taxes and fees
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Yes. At $503 per person, the fare is $210 below the typical fare on this route and the lowest we've seen in 30 days. The forecast shows highs of 69–75°F, and Southwest showed a nonstop at the same price.
How much are the flights for two?
$1,006 round trip, with taxes and fees included as of Oct 13. We didn't price hotels, so that's flights only. Add about $140 for two if you're checking bags.
Is there a nonstop?
Yes. Southwest showed an 80-minute nonstop for $503 per person, leaving Tucson at 6:20 AM and landing at 7:40 AM. The fare we priced has one stop and takes 3h 25m.
What is the weather like?
Highs of 69°F Friday, 72°F Saturday and 75°F Sunday, with lows from 64°F to 67°F. Friday has a 5% chance of drizzle, Saturday looks overcast with an 11% chance of rain, and Sunday looks clear.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip of 362 miles, you'll pay in US dollars, and there's no time change from Tucson for these dates.
Is 2 nights enough?
For a first look, yes. Pick one anchor per day, such as the zoo and Balboa Park, then La Jolla's sea caves or the USS Midway, and end at Sunset Cliffs.
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