What percentage of Toronto to San Diego flights are direct?

Across the trailing 90 days, direct flights from Toronto to San Diego were relatively uncommon, making up approximately 1.8% of all flights. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was typically 2. This suggests that most routes between these two cities will involve at least one stop.

How long is the flight from Toronto to San Diego?

The direct flight from Toronto to San Diego typically takes about 5 hours and 40 minutes, covering a distance of 3465 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging 10 hours and 14 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference when planning their journey.

Should I set a price alert for Toronto to San Diego flights?

Yes, setting a price alert for flights from Toronto to San Diego is advisable. Historically, this route has shown regular price fluctuations. This means that prices can change, and an alert could help you identify when a more favorable fare becomes available. Monitoring prices can lead to better deals for your travel plans.

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Toronto to San Diego: Overview

Insights for flights from Toronto to San Diego

Most itineraries from Toronto to San Diego connect at least once, with only 1.8% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of flights that do include connections, travelers typically encounter two stopovers.

When searching for cheap flights from Toronto to San Diego, prices are typically $581–$863, with a median of $697. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route.

The cheapest time to fly from Toronto to San Diego is typically in May, with a median fare of $295. April also offers lower prices, with a median of $304. Another option for more affordable travel is July, where the median fare is $536.

A typical journey from Toronto to San Diego, including connections, takes about 19h 49m. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting flights on this route, as direct flights are uncommon. The non-stop flight time is approximately 5h 40m.

The distance between Toronto and San Diego is 3,465 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance typically involves a longer travel time, especially when accounting for connections.

How much is a round trip from Toronto to San Diego

Regular price: CA$466 - CA$733

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

The regular price range for flights from Toronto to San Diego is CAD 466 to CAD 733. The current lowest deal is CAD 459 with Porter Airlines for travel from Nov 24-Dec 2.

now CA$459

Low CA$466

High CA$733

The cheapest time to fly from Toronto to San Diego

The cheapest month to fly from YTO to SAN is May, with a median price of $295. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1083. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

May

Cheapest

Flights from CA$295

August

Most Expensive

Flights from CA$1,083

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Direct flights from Toronto to San Diego

Air Canada

Last-minute flights going from Toronto to San Diego

Tue, Nov 17

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - San Diego

Toronto (YYZ) - San Diego (SAN)

Porter Airlines

CA$581

CA$672

One-way

Wed, Nov 18

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - San Diego

Toronto (YYZ) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$592

CA$596

One-way

Wed, Nov 18

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - San Diego

Toronto (YYZ) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$500

CA$617

One-way

Wed, Nov 18

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - San Diego

Toronto (YYZ) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$500

CA$638

One-way

Fri, Nov 20

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - San Diego

Toronto (YYZ) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$552

CA$578

One-way

Fri, Nov 20

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - San Diego

Toronto (YYZ) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$619

CA$634

One-way

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

2 nights

Nov 24 - Nov 26

CA$598 → CA$467

22%

1 night

Nov 25 - Nov 26

CA$597 → CA$467

22%

7 nights

Nov 25 - Dec 2

CA$575 → CA$460

20%

4 nights

Dec 12 - Dec 16

CA$583 → CA$474

19%

Popular Airports to fly from Toronto to San Diego

Toronto - San Diego route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Toronto to San Diego are above the typical level at $697.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices

Historically, May offers the lowest median price at $295 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 5h 40m

The median flight duration for direct flights is 5 hours 40 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 1.8% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Canada offers direct flights

Air Canada is one of the airlines offering direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

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

Toronto main airports to depart from

Toronto Pearson International (YYZ)

Cheapest

Toronto Pearson International Airport offers flights to San Diego, providing a convenient option for your journey.

📍 ~20 km from Toronto city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CA$581

Billy Bishop Toronto City (YTZ)

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport offers flights to San Diego, providing an alternative for your journey.

📍 ~3 km from Toronto city center (reachable by car or ferry)

💸 Flights from ~CA$676

San Diego main airports to arrive at

San Diego International (SAN)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~CA$523

Airports nearby San Diego used as alternative

Tijuana International (TIJ)

Tijuana International (TIJ) is a convenient alternative for Mexico-bound travelers with direct access via CBX.

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

💸 Flights from ~CA$661

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Diego

$986

Save $337

WestJet

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Diego

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Toronto to San Diego is typically 28-59 days before departure. During this period, the average price was around $566. Booking 14-27 days out saw average prices of $581, while waiting until 7-13 days before departure typically resulted in a significantly higher average price of $1047. Planning ahead within the 28-59 day window generally offers better value.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Toronto to San Diego was considered to be $581 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $697. Prices historically ranged up to $863 for the more expensive tickets. Aiming for a price at or below $581 would typically represent a favorable deal.

Historically, May and April have been the cheapest months to fly from Toronto to San Diego, with median prices of $295 and $304, respectively. While July also appears among the listed months, its median price of $536 was significantly higher. The annual median price for this route is typically around $697, indicating that May and April offer substantial savings.

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Toronto to San Diego: Overview

Insights for flights from Toronto to San Diego

When searching for cheap flights from Toronto to San Diego, prices are typically $581–$863, with a median of $697. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route.

How much is a round trip from Toronto to San Diego

Regular price: CA$466 - CA$733

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

The regular price range for flights from Toronto to San Diego is CAD 466 to CAD 733. The current lowest deal is CAD 459 with Porter Airlines for travel from Nov 24-Dec 2.

now CA$459

Low CA$466

High CA$733

The cheapest time to fly from Toronto to San Diego

The cheapest month to fly from YTO to SAN is May, with a median price of $295. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1083. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

May

Cheapest

Flights from CA$295

August

Most Expensive

Flights from CA$1,083

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Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec