What percentage of Toronto to San Diego flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 4.3% of flights from Toronto to San Diego are direct. This indicates that the vast majority of travelers on this route will typically have at least one stopover. For connecting flights, the median number of stopovers historically observed is 2. Travelers should factor in potential layovers when planning their journey.

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

Historically, flights from Toronto to San Diego are frequently discounted. This route is classified as one where deals appear often. Setting a price alert can be beneficial to track fluctuations over the trailing 30 days and potentially secure a more favorable price. Given the frequent nature of price changes, an alert can help travelers identify opportune booking moments.

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Q: How long is the flight from Toronto to San Diego?

The typical direct flight from Toronto to San Diego has a median duration of 5 hours and 16 minutes. This route covers a distance of approximately 3465 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging 9 hours and 25 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences in flight time when choosing their itinerary.

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Toronto to San Diego: Overview

Insights for flights from Toronto to San Diego

Most itineraries for flights from Toronto to San Diego connect at least once, with only 4.3% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that while direct flights from Toronto to San Diego are rare, you'll most often find options that include at least one connection.

If you're looking for cheap flights from Toronto to San Diego, prices typically range from $505–$934, with a median of $699. Right now, fares are below the typical level. Approximately 11% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that competitive offers appear regularly.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Toronto to San Diego? The data indicates that December is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of $234. Following closely, January also offers competitive prices, with a median of $259. August is another relatively inexpensive option, showing a median fare of $286.

How long is the flight from Toronto to San Diego? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 5h 16m. For connecting flights specifically, the median journey time extends to 16h 9m. This route covers a distance of 3465 km, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Toronto to San Diego

Regular price: CA$518 - CA$665

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 518 to CAD 665. The current lowest deal is CAD 393 with WestJet for travel from Oct 1-Oct 15.

now CA$393

Low CA$518

High CA$665

The cheapest time to fly from Toronto to San Diego

The cheapest month to fly from Toronto to San Diego is January, with a median price of $283. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1104. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

January

Cheapest

Flights from CA$283

December

Most Expensive

Flights from CA$1,104

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Direct flights from Toronto to San Diego

Air Canada

Last-minute flights going from Toronto to San Diego

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - San Diego

Toronto (YYZ) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$576

CA$410

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - San Diego

Toronto (YYZ) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$567

CA$431

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - San Diego

Toronto (YYZ) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$553

CA$465

One-way

Sun, Sep 6

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - San Diego

Toronto (YYZ) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$576

CA$428

One-way

Sun, Sep 6

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - San Diego

Toronto (YYZ) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$553

CA$445

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - San Diego

Toronto (YYZ) - San Diego (SAN)

WestJet

CA$576

CA$451

One-way

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

3 nights

Oct 15 - Oct 18

CA$700 → CA$407

42%

2 nights

Oct 16 - Oct 18

CA$700 → CA$421

40%

2 nights

Oct 2 - Oct 4

CA$694 → CA$425

39%

3 nights

Oct 12 - Oct 15

CA$695 → CA$428

38%

Popular Airports to fly from Toronto to San Diego

Toronto - San Diego route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent roundtrip fares from Toronto to San Diego are below the typical level at $393.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $283.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 5h 16m

The median flight time from Toronto to San Diego is 5h 16m nonstop or 16h 9m with connections.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Only 4.3% of recent flights from Toronto to San Diego are direct, with 2 median stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Canada offers direct flights

Air Canada has offered 1 direct deal from Toronto to San Diego recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals on flights from Toronto to San Diego appear frequently, with many deals in the last 30 days.

Toronto main airports to depart from

Toronto Pearson International (YYZ)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~CA$396

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 city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CA$396

Airports nearby San Diego used as alternative

Tijuana International (TIJ)

Tijuana International (TIJ) is a convenient alternative for Mexico-bound travelers via the Cross Border Xpress (CBX) terminal.

📍 ~30 km from San Diego (reachable by car via CBX)

💸 Flights from ~CA$666

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Diego

91% AI deal score

$1,422

$751

Save $671

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Diego

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Toronto to San Diego is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is around $367. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees prices rise significantly to an average of $601, while booking 7-13 days out averages $694. Even booking more than 60 days in advance tends to be more expensive, with an average price of $636.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Toronto to San Diego is considered to be $505 or less. The median price for this route has been $699. Travelers should aim for prices below the 25th percentile to secure a more economical fare. Prices can go as high as $934 or more, representing the 75th percentile of fares.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Toronto to San Diego are December, January, and August. December typically offers the lowest median price at $234, followed by January at $259. August also presents a relatively low median price of $286. These months are significantly more affordable than the annual median price of $699 for this route.

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Toronto to San Diego: Overview

Insights for flights from Toronto to San Diego

How much is a round trip from Toronto to San Diego

Regular price: CA$518 - CA$665

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 518 to CAD 665. The current lowest deal is CAD 393 with WestJet for travel from Oct 1-Oct 15.

now CA$393

Low CA$518

High CA$665

The cheapest time to fly from Toronto to San Diego

January

Cheapest

Flights from CA$283

December

Most Expensive

Flights from CA$1,104

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