San Diego, United States: trips from $243
San Diego has the most reliable beach weather in the country, plus the famous zoo, Balboa Park, fish tacos and a laid-back surf culture.
Trips to San Diego from every city
Cheapest first, per person, round trip, taxes and fees included.
$243 per person, round trip, taxes and fees included
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$391 $366 per person, round trip, taxes and fees included You save $25 (6%)
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Lowest fares to San Diego by city, last 30 days
| From | Lowest, 30 days | Checks |
|---|---|---|
| Sacramento | $121 | 4 |
| Portland | $225 | 7 |
| San Francisco | $243 | 5 |
| Las Vegas | $313 | 5 |
| Salt Lake City | $330 | 7 |
| Phoenix | $334 | 2 |
| Spokane | $350 | 9 |
| Kansas City | $366 | 9 |
| New Orleans | $366 | 7 |
| St. Louis | $366 | 7 |
| Boise | $379 | 7 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth | $388 | 16 |
| Denver | $395 | 7 |
| Minneapolis | $397 | 6 |
| Reno | $410 | 6 |
| Seattle | $414 | 8 |
| Omaha | $428 | 7 |
| Austin | $430 | 7 |
| Houston | $441 | 7 |
| El Paso | $578 | 2 |
When to go
| Month | Season |
|---|---|
| January | fine |
| February | fine |
| March | best |
| April | best |
| May | best |
| June | avoid |
| July | fine |
| August | best |
| September | best |
| October | best |
| November | best |
| December | fine |
- July: Comic-Con week sells out downtown hotels
- December, January, February, March: Gray whale migration season for whale-watching cruises
June: June Gloom marine layer
Where to stay 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
- Visit the San Diego Zoo and 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 craft beer in North Park
- Watch the sunset at Sunset Cliffs
Good to know
| Airports | San Diego International (SAN) |
|---|---|
| Passport for US citizens | no |
| Price level | upscale |
| Time zone | America/Los_Angeles |
| Kind of trip | beach, city, family, theme-park, food |
San Diego in pictures
Questions about San Diego
When is the best time to visit San Diego?
March, April, May, August, September, October and November. June: June Gloom marine layer
Do US citizens need a passport for San Diego?
No. San Diego is a domestic trip; a government photo ID is enough.
What is the cheapest flight to San Diego right now?
San Diego from San Francisco, Oct 23–25, 2026, from $243 per person round trip, is the cheapest trip we have published; the full list is on this page.
How expensive is San Diego on the ground?
San Diego is upscale by US standards: plan about $130 per person per day for food, getting around and tickets.