How many flights from Miami to San Diego are non-stop?

Across the trailing 90 days, approximately 12.1% of flights from Miami to San Diego were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that a significant majority of travelers on this route typically experience at least one connection.

What's the flight time from Miami to San Diego?

The typical direct flight from Miami to San Diego has a median duration of 9 hours and 8 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases to 11 hours and 21 minutes. The distance covered on this route is approximately 3643 kilometers, contributing to the longer flight durations.

How much do direct flights from Miami to San Diego cost compared to connecting flights?

Historically, direct flights from Miami to San Diego were approximately 32% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $489, while connecting flights had a median price of $371 across the trailing 90 days. Direct flights represented about 30.4% of the available options during this period, indicating they are less common but offer a premium for convenience.

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Miami to San Diego: Overview

Insights for flights from Miami to San Diego

A typical journey from Miami to San Diego takes approximately 14h 57m, including connections. This is a medium-haul route, covering a distance of 3643 kilometers. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this duration reflects the overall travel time you can expect.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Miami to San Diego, prices right now are above the typical level. Fares typically range from $375–$782, with a median of $492. Only 5% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a low fare may require some flexibility. New deals appear almost daily, so monitoring prices can be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Miami to San Diego? The data indicates that December is the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $104. Following December, November also offers competitive prices, with a median of $175. April is another relatively inexpensive option, showing a median fare of $272.

Most itineraries for flights from Miami to San Diego connect at least once. Only 12.1% of recent fares were for direct flights from Miami to San Diego. For the majority of flights that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

How much is a round trip from Miami to San Diego

Regular price: $170 - $416

Prices are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Miami to San Diego typically range from $170 to $416. The current lowest deal is $185 with American Airlines for travel from Oct 10-Oct 17.

now $185

Low $170

High $416

The cheapest time to fly from Miami to San Diego

The cheapest month to fly from Miami to San Diego is December, with a median price of $104. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $581. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $104

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $581

Jan

Feb

Mar

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May

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Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Miami to San Diego

American Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Miami to San Diego

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

MIA - San Diego

Miami (MIA) - San Diego (SAN)

Frontier Airlines

$444

$392

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

MIA - San Diego

Miami (MIA) - San Diego (SAN)

Frontier Airlines

$450

$408

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

MIA - San Diego

Miami (MIA) - San Diego (SAN)

Frontier Airlines

$435

$410

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MIA - San Diego

Miami (MIA) - San Diego (SAN)

Frontier Airlines

$426

$276

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MIA - San Diego

Miami (MIA) - San Diego (SAN)

Frontier Airlines

$351

$277

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

MIA - San Diego

Miami (MIA) - San Diego (SAN)

Frontier Airlines

$429

$311

One-way

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4 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 22

$426 → $276

35%

3 nights

Sep 19 - Sep 22

$429 → $311

27%

7 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 25

$351 → $277

21%

3 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 8

$351 → $277

21%

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Miami - San Diego route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Miami to San Diego are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the lowest prices.

Historically, December, November, and April offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 14h 57m.

The median flight duration for connecting flights from Miami to San Diego is 14 hours 57 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Only 12.1% of recent flights from Miami to San Diego are direct, with connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

American Airlines offers direct flights.

American Airlines is one of the airlines that historically offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

Deals for flights from Miami to San Diego are frequent, appearing often in a 30-day window.

Miami main airports to depart from

Miami International (MIA)

Cheapest

Miami International Airport is a convenient choice for flights from Miami to San Diego.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$236

San Diego main airports to arrive at

San Diego International (SAN)

Cheapest

San Diego International Airport is a convenient arrival option for travelers heading to San Diego.

📍 ~3 km from San Diego city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$219

Airports nearby San Diego used as alternative

Tijuana International (TIJ)

Tijuana International (TIJ) is an extremely close alternative, especially for Mexico-bound travelers using CBX.

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

💸 Flights from ~$377

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Diego

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Miami to San Diego is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $256. Prices tend to increase significantly outside this window, with flights booked 28-59 days out averaging $1278 and those booked 60+ days out averaging $1158. Even last-minute bookings, within 0-6 days of travel, were higher at an average of $534 across the trailing quarter.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Miami to San Diego was considered to be $375 or less. The median price for this route was $492. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $782 or less. Travelers aiming for a more economical trip should target prices around the $375 mark.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Miami to San Diego include December, with a median price of $104, and November, with a median price of $175. April also offered a relatively lower median price of $272. These months typically present more affordable options compared to the annual median price for this route, which stands at $492.

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Miami to San Diego: Overview

Insights for flights from Miami to San Diego

How much is a round trip from Miami to San Diego

Regular price: $170 - $416

Prices are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Miami to San Diego typically range from $170 to $416. The current lowest deal is $185 with American Airlines for travel from Oct 10-Oct 17.

now $185

Low $170

High $416

The cheapest time to fly from Miami to San Diego

December

Cheapest

Flights from $104

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $581

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Miami to San Diego

American Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Miami to San Diego

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

MIA - San Diego

Miami (MIA) - San Diego (SAN)

Frontier Airlines

$444

$392

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

MIA - San Diego

Miami (MIA) - San Diego (SAN)

Frontier Airlines

$450

$408

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

MIA - San Diego

Miami (MIA) - San Diego (SAN)

Frontier Airlines

$435

$410

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MIA - San Diego

Miami (MIA) - San Diego (SAN)

Frontier Airlines

$426

$276

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MIA - San Diego

Miami (MIA) - San Diego (SAN)

Frontier Airlines

$351

$277

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

MIA - San Diego

Miami (MIA) - San Diego (SAN)

Frontier Airlines

$429

$311

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Miami to San Diego

4 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 22

$426 → $276

35%

3 nights

Sep 19 - Sep 22

$429 → $311

27%

7 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 25

$351 → $277

21%

3 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 8

$351 → $277

21%

Popular Airports to fly from Miami to San Diego

Miami - San Diego route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Miami to San Diego are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the lowest prices.

Historically, December, November, and April offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 14h 57m.

The median flight duration for connecting flights from Miami to San Diego is 14 hours 57 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Only 12.1% of recent flights from Miami to San Diego are direct, with connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

American Airlines offers direct flights.

American Airlines is one of the airlines that historically offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

Deals for flights from Miami to San Diego are frequent, appearing often in a 30-day window.

Miami main airports to depart from

Miami International (MIA)

Cheapest

Miami International Airport is a convenient choice for flights from Miami to San Diego.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$236

San Diego main airports to arrive at

San Diego International (SAN)

Cheapest

San Diego International Airport is a convenient arrival option for travelers heading to San Diego.

📍 ~3 km from San Diego city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$219

Airports nearby San Diego used as alternative

Tijuana International (TIJ)

Tijuana International (TIJ) is an extremely close alternative, especially for Mexico-bound travelers using CBX.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Diego

Cheap Flights from Miami to San Diego

Today’s best flight deals from Miami to San Diego

Miami to San Diego: Overview

Insights for flights from Miami to San Diego

How much is a round trip from Miami to San Diego

The cheapest time to fly from Miami to San Diego

Direct flights from Miami to San Diego

Last-minute flights going from Miami to San Diego

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Miami to San Diego

Popular Airports to fly from Miami to San Diego

Miami - San Diego route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Fly in December for the lowest prices.

Connecting flights average 14h 57m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

American Airlines offers direct flights.

Deals are frequent for this route.

Miami main airports to depart from

San Diego main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby San Diego used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Diego

Best Elite deals to San Diego

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Sep 18

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Diego

When should I buy Miami to San Diego tickets?

What is a good price for a flight from Miami to San Diego?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Miami to San Diego?

How many flights from Miami to San Diego are non-stop?

What's the flight time from Miami to San Diego?

How much do direct flights from Miami to San Diego cost compared to connecting flights?

Related routes

More routes from Miami

Flights to San Diego from other cities

Miami to San Diego: Overview

Insights for flights from Miami to San Diego

How much is a round trip from Miami to San Diego

The cheapest time to fly from Miami to San Diego

Direct flights from Miami to San Diego

Last-minute flights going from Miami to San Diego

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Miami to San Diego

Popular Airports to fly from Miami to San Diego

Miami - San Diego route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Fly in December for the lowest prices.

Connecting flights average 14h 57m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

American Airlines offers direct flights.

Deals are frequent for this route.

Miami main airports to depart from

San Diego main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby San Diego used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Diego

Best Elite deals to San Diego

Dec 12

Oct 23

Mar 09

Sep 18

Oct 02

Sep 19

Sep 19

Sep 21

Oct 28

Oct 27

Oct 30

Sep 25

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Diego

When should I buy Miami to San Diego tickets?

What is a good price for a flight from Miami to San Diego?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Miami to San Diego?