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

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 37.9% of flights from San Diego to Los Angeles were non-stop. For flights that included connections, travelers typically experienced one stopover. This indicates that a significant portion of routes involve at least one stop between the two cities.

How many hours is the flight from San Diego to Los Angeles?

The typical direct flight from San Diego to Los Angeles has a median duration of 1 hour and 8 minutes. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time is considerably longer, averaging 5 hours and 39 minutes. The direct air distance between these two cities is approximately 176 kilometers.

Are non-stop flights from San Diego to Los Angeles worth the extra cost?

Historically, non-stop flights from San Diego to Los Angeles have been about 47% more expensive on average compared to connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $305, while connecting flights had a median price of $207. Direct flights constituted approximately 41.2% of the available options in the trailing 90 days, offering a faster travel option at a higher cost.

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San Diego to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from San Diego to Los Angeles

For those looking for cheap flights from San Diego to Los Angeles, November stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $213. October follows closely with a median of $215, and April also offers competitive pricing at a median of $234. Planning your trip during these months can lead to more budget-friendly travel options.

Fares for flights from San Diego to Los Angeles typically range from $215–$309, with a median of $268. Right now, current fares are below the typical level for this route. Approximately 5% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that finding a particularly low fare can be challenging but is possible.

When flying from San Diego to Los Angeles, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 37.9% of recent fares being direct flights from San Diego to Los Angeles. For itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means that while direct options exist, you will frequently encounter flights with a layover.

A typical journey from San Diego to Los Angeles takes about 1h 8m, including connections. For non-stop flights, the median duration is also 1h 8m. However, if your itinerary involves a connection, the median flight time extends significantly to 6h 2m, so it is important to consider this when planning your travel.

The distance between San Diego and Los Angeles is 176 km, classifying this route as a short-haul flight. This short distance contributes to the relatively brief flight times, particularly for non-stop services.

How much is a round trip from San Diego to Los Angeles

Regular price: $118 - $186

Prices for flights from San Diego to Los Angeles are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Diego to Los Angeles is between $118 and $186. The current lowest deal is $97 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 11-Sep 23.

now $97

Low $118

High $186

The cheapest time to fly from San Diego to Los Angeles

The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Los Angeles is August, with a median price of $234. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1143. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $234

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,143

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Aug

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Direct flights from San Diego to Los Angeles

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Last-minute flights going from San Diego to Los Angeles

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Los Angeles

San Diego (SAN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$202

$159

One-way

Sat, Aug 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Los Angeles

San Diego (SAN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$219

$163

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Los Angeles

San Diego (SAN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$203

$134

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Los Angeles

San Diego (SAN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$173

$159

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Los Angeles

San Diego (SAN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$203

$140

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Los Angeles

San Diego (SAN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$201

$100

One-way

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

3 nights

Nov 9 - Nov 12

$219 → $107

51%

2 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 29

$213 → $107

50%

7 nights

Aug 20 - Aug 27

$201 → $100

50%

4 nights

Oct 8 - Oct 12

$197 → $99

50%

Popular Airports to fly from San Diego to Los Angeles

San Diego - Los Angeles route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from San Diego to Los Angeles are below the typical level at $97.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August for the best prices

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $234.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 8m

The typical direct flight from San Diego to Los Angeles is 1h 8m long.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common

Connecting flights are more common, with 1 stopover being the typical number.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers deals

Frontier Airlines recently offered a deal for $97 from San Diego to Los Angeles.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights on this route appear frequently, typically within a 30-day window.

San Diego main airports to depart from

San Diego International (SAN)

Cheapest

San Diego International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Los Angeles.

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

💸 Flights from ~$104

McClellan–Palomar (CLD)

McClellan–Palomar Airport offers an alternative departure option for your trip to Los Angeles.

📍 ~47 km from San Diego city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$400

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a major hub, offering extensive connections for your arrival in Los Angeles.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$120

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Hollywood Burbank (BUR)

Hollywood Burbank is a useful alternative, especially for North Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley.

📍 ~25 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$121

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from San Diego to Los Angeles is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was $206. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally saw prices rise significantly, averaging around $408. Prices also tended to be higher for bookings made 60 or more days out, with an average of $263.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from San Diego to Los Angeles is considered to be $215 or less. The median price for this route across the trailing quarter was $268. Prices above $309 were observed in the higher quartile of fares.

Historically, November and October have offered some of the most affordable flights from San Diego to Los Angeles, with median prices of $213 and $215 respectively. April also presented a relatively lower median price at $234. The annual median price for this route was $268, indicating that these months typically provide better value for travelers.

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San Diego to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from San Diego to Los Angeles

How much is a round trip from San Diego to Los Angeles

Regular price: $118 - $186

Prices for flights from San Diego to Los Angeles are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Diego to Los Angeles is between $118 and $186. The current lowest deal is $97 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 11-Sep 23.

now $97

Low $118

High $186

The cheapest time to fly from San Diego to Los Angeles

August

Cheapest

Flights from $234

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,143

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from San Diego to Los Angeles

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Last-minute flights going from San Diego to Los Angeles

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Los Angeles

San Diego (SAN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$202

$159

One-way

Sat, Aug 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Los Angeles

San Diego (SAN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$219

$163

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Los Angeles

San Diego (SAN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$203

$134

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Los Angeles

San Diego (SAN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$173

$159

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Los Angeles

San Diego (SAN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$203

$140

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Los Angeles

San Diego (SAN) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$201

$100

One-way

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

3 nights

Nov 9 - Nov 12

$219 → $107

51%

2 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 29

$213 → $107

50%

7 nights

Aug 20 - Aug 27

$201 → $100

50%

4 nights

Oct 8 - Oct 12

$197 → $99

50%

Popular Airports to fly from San Diego to Los Angeles