How many flights depart from Los Angeles to San Diego on average per day?

39 flights are operational daily from Los Angeles to San Diego as of November 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 18:00, with 51% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to San Diego flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to San Diego on average per week?

The number of flights available between Los Angeles and San Diego is 279 per week as of November 2026. The most frequent departure day is Tue, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Los Angeles to San Diego flights?

According to our data, United Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 11% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles to San Diego?

Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to San Diego

How often are flights from Los Angeles to San Diego delayed?

Historically, on average around 14% of flights between Los Angeles and San Diego have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 104 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San Diego Airport?

Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San Diego Airport were last updated today.

How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to San Diego Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to San Diego Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Diego Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Diego Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

R1 861 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to San Diego in 2026/27

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6:40 - 11:41LAX Los Angeles-SAN San Diego

5h 01m1 stop San Francisco

15:31 - 20:51SAN San Diego-LAX Los Angeles

5h 20m1 stop San Jose

R3 606Alaska Airlines

Tue, Jan 26 - Tue, Jan 26

18:04 - 21:50LAX Los Angeles-SAN San Diego

3h 46m1 stop San Jose

15:31 - 20:51SAN San Diego-LAX Los Angeles

5h 20m1 stop San Jose

R3 705Alaska Airlines

Sat, Dec 19 - Wed, Jan 6

8:20 - 19:01LAX Los Angeles-SAN San Diego

10h 41m1 stop San Francisco

20:27 - 8:45SAN San Diego-LAX Los Angeles

12h 18m1 stop San Jose

R4 370Alaska Airlines

Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 6

8:20 - 16:26LAX Los Angeles-SAN San Diego

8h 06m1 stop San Francisco

15:31 - 20:51SAN San Diego-LAX Los Angeles

5h 20m1 stop San Jose

R4 536Alaska Airlines

Sun, Dec 13 - Sat, Jan 9

17:35 - 8:36LAX Los Angeles-SAN San Diego

15h 01m1 stop San Jose

16:23 - 23:12SAN San Diego-LAX Los Angeles

6h 49m1 stop San Francisco

R5 018Alaska Airlines

Mon, Nov 23 - Wed, Dec 16

14:31 - 15:31LAX Los Angeles-SAN San Diego

1h 00mdirect

6:25 - 7:34SAN San Diego-LAX Los Angeles

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R5 134Delta

Mon, Dec 14 - Wed, Jan 6

21:58 - 22:56LAX Los Angeles-SAN San Diego

0h 58mdirect

6:25 - 7:34SAN San Diego-LAX Los Angeles

1h 09mdirect

R5 300Delta

Sat, Dec 12 - Mon, Jan 4

22:50 - 23:51LAX Los Angeles-SAN San Diego

1h 01mdirect

6:20 - 7:26SAN San Diego-LAX Los Angeles

1h 06mdirect

R5 367United Airlines

Wed, Dec 23 - Tue, Dec 29

14:15 - 15:18LAX Los Angeles-SAN San Diego

1h 03mdirect

11:05 - 12:20SAN San Diego-LAX Los Angeles

1h 15mdirect

R5 384Delta

Fri, Nov 20 - Wed, Nov 25

9:45 - 10:47LAX Los Angeles-SAN San Diego

1h 02mdirect

18:51 - 10:07SAN San Diego-LAX Los Angeles

15h 16m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

R5 500Delta

Sun, Jan 17 - Fri, Jan 29

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Alaska Airlines flights from Los Angeles to San Diego

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Jan 26

LAX6:40Los Angeles

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SAN11:41San Diego

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SAN21:50San Diego

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SAN20:27San Diego

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LAX8:45Los Angeles

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Dec 14

LAX14:31Los Angeles

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SAN15:31San Diego

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SAN6:25San Diego

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R5 134

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LAX21:58Los Angeles

0h 58m

SAN22:56San Diego

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SAN6:25San Diego

1h 09m

LAX7:34Los Angeles

R5 300

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Nov 20

LAX14:15Los Angeles

1h 03m

SAN15:18San Diego

Nov 25

SAN11:05San Diego

1h 15m

LAX12:20Los Angeles

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Los Angeles and San Diego?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from R3 988 to R13 077.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R3 606.

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to San Diego from Los Angeles, with most prices found around R3 722. The month of March is another great option to travel to San Diego, with average flight prices from Los Angeles averaging around R3 971.

How have Los Angeles to San Diego flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2026, prices for Los Angeles to San Diego flights are approximately 91% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Airports in San Diego	1 airport

The best one-way flight to San Diego from Los Angeles in the past 72 hours is R1 861. The best return flight deal from Los Angeles to San Diego found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R3 606.

Direct flights go from Los Angeles to San Diego every day.

There is 1 airport in San Diego. From Los Angeles there are direct flights to San Diego (SAN).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Los Angeles to San Diego

How far is Los Angeles to San Diego by plane?
San Diego is 183,4 km away from Los Angeles.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San Diego Airport?
Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San Diego Airport were last updated today.
How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to San Diego Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to San Diego Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Diego Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Diego Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Los Angeles to San Diego?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Los Angeles to San Diego is Boeing 737 MAX 8, representing 22,62% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-800 at 20,24%, Boeing 737 MAX 9 at 11,90%, and Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) at 8,33%.

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