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September 2 - September 9

Cheapest

SLC - San Diego

$172

$126

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September 9 - September 16

Cheapest

SLC - San Diego

$179

$126

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September 2 - September 16

Cheapest

SLC - San Diego

$153

$126

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September 2 - September 15

Cheapest

SLC - San Diego

$153

$126

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July 7 - July 13

Best

SLC - San Diego

$261

$132

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July 4 - July 13

Earliest

SLC - San Diego

$252

$136

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July 4 - July 27

Earliest

SLC - San Diego

$227

$136

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July 4 - July 28

Earliest

SLC - San Diego

$228

$136

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July 4 - July 14

Earliest

SLC - San Diego

$244

$136

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July 4 - July 7

Earliest

SLC - San Diego

$279

$136

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Insights for flights from Salt Lake City to San Diego

Flights from Salt Lake City to San Diego cover a distance of 1,008 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This distance typically translates to a journey that can be completed within a few hours, making it a convenient option for travelers seeking a quick getaway.

When looking for cheap flights from Salt Lake City to San Diego, prices typically range from $95–$349, with a median of $148. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level, indicating a less opportune time for booking. Despite this, new deals appear almost daily, suggesting that price fluctuations are common and opportunities for better fares may arise.

If you are wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Salt Lake City to San Diego, the data indicates that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $90. Other cost-effective options include November and August, both showing a median fare of $95. Planning your trip during these months could lead to significant savings.

For this route, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, accounting for 59.4% of recent fares. For the remaining itineraries that involve connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you have a good chance of finding direct flights from Salt Lake City to San Diego, but connecting options are also prevalent.

A typical journey from Salt Lake City to San Diego takes approximately 4h 9m, including connections. This duration accounts for both direct flights and those with one or more stopovers. The median flight time provides a realistic expectation for the total travel duration you can anticipate for this route.

How much is a round trip from Salt Lake City to San Diego

Regular price: $122 - $256

Prices for flights from Salt Lake City to San Diego are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Salt Lake City to San Diego is between $122 and $256. The current lowest deal is $126 with Southwest Airlines for travel from Sep 2 to Sep 9.

now $126

Low $122

High $256

The cheapest time to fly from Salt Lake City to San Diego

The cheapest month to fly from Salt Lake City to San Diego is February, with a median price of $90. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $422. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $90

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $422

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Direct flights from Salt Lake City to San Diego

Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Salt Lake City to San Diego

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SLC - San Diego

Salt Lake City (SLC) - San Diego (SAN)

Frontier Airlines

$362

$261

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SLC - San Diego

Salt Lake City (SLC) - San Diego (SAN)

Frontier Airlines

$365

$273

One-way

Sat, Jun 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SLC - San Diego

Salt Lake City (SLC) - San Diego (SAN)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$298

$229

One-way

Mon, Jun 29

⌛ Last-Minute

SLC - San Diego

Salt Lake City (SLC) - San Diego (SAN)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$288

$220

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SLC - San Diego

Salt Lake City (SLC) - San Diego (SAN)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$164

$178

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SLC - San Diego

Salt Lake City (SLC) - San Diego (SAN)

Southwest Airlines

$279

$230

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Salt Lake City to San Diego

4 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 20

$331 → $165

50%

4 nights

Aug 26 - Aug 30

$330 → $175

47%

3 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 22

$330 → $175

47%

3 nights

Jul 4 - Jul 7

$279 → $136

51%

Popular Airports to fly from Salt Lake City to San Diego

Salt Lake City - San Diego route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Salt Lake City to San Diego are near the typical level of $172.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $90

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Salt Lake City to San Diego at $90.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 4h 9m

The median flight time from Salt Lake City to San Diego is 4 hours 9 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

59.4% of deals are direct

About 59.4% of recent deals for this route are direct, with frequent daily deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from Salt Lake City to San Diego.

🎯 Booking tip

Book during February for best prices

Historically, February offers the lowest median prices for flights on this route.

Salt Lake City main airports to depart from

Salt Lake City International (SLC)

Cheapest

Salt Lake City International is a convenient departure airport for flights to San Diego.

📍 ~10 km from city center

💸 Flights from ~$126

San Diego main airports to arrive at

San Diego International (SAN)

Cheapest

San Diego International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Salt Lake City to San Diego.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$126

McClellan–Palomar (CLD)

McClellan–Palomar Airport offers an alternative arrival option for your trip to San Diego.

📍 ~50 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$309

Airports nearby San Diego used as alternative

Tijuana International (TIJ)

Tijuana International (TIJ) is a useful alternative for Mexico-bound travel, offering direct access via the Cross Border Xpress (CBX) terminal.

📍 ~25 km from San Diego (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$396

John Wayne (SNA)

John Wayne (SNA) is a close major US domestic alternative, often easier to navigate than larger hubs.

📍 ~135 km from San Diego (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$136

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International (LAX) is a primary global hub with extensive route options and competitive pricing.

📍 ~190 km from San Diego (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$76

Ontario International (ONT)

Ontario International (ONT) is a reliable domestic alternative with growing service, often less congested than LAX or SNA.

📍 ~180 km from San Diego (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$138

Long Beach (LGB)

Long Beach (LGB) is easy to navigate with fast security, a good alternative for specific West Coast routes.

📍 ~160 km from San Diego (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$191

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Diego

San Diego, United States

46% AI deal score

$727

From SLC

Elite

Jun 21

San Diego, United States

37% AI deal score

$1,322

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Diego

Historically, booking flights from Salt Lake City to San Diego 60+ days in advance has yielded the lowest average prices, around $236. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches, with flights booked 7-13 days out averaging $598. Even flights booked 14-27 days in advance show an average price of $238. For the best value, consider securing your tickets well over two months before your intended travel date.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Salt Lake City to San Diego was considered to be $95 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $148. Prices typically ranged up to $349 for the higher end of the market. Travelers aiming for the most budget-friendly options should target prices at or below the $95 threshold.

Historically, February has been the cheapest month to fly from Salt Lake City to San Diego, with a median price of $90. August and November also offered competitive prices, both with a median of $95. The annual median price for this route is $148, indicating that these months offer significant savings. Travelers seeking the lowest fares should consider planning their trips during these historically more affordable periods.

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