Flights from Los Angeles Airport LAX to San Diego Airport SAN

Q: How long does the flight from Los Angeles to San Diego to take?

The flight from Los Angeles to San Diego takes31 Minutes.

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One-way from £172.60

Flying from Los Angeles International to San Diego International Airport is relatively easy as there are 7 who offer direct flights. These airliners include Virgin Australia, United Express, LATAM Airlines, El Al, Delta Connection, China Airlines and Air New Zealand. When travelling from Los Angeles International you will cover about 109 miles before you reach San Diego International Airport. This journey will take 31 Minutes.

The cost of flights varies on the time and day you fly. If you are on a tight budget then you should avoid flying at peak hours as the prices are more expensive. The cheapest flights are in the evenings and in mid week. We recommend our viewers to pay and reserve the seats in advance. This ensures you get the best seats on the plane at the cheapest prices.

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Please see below the airlines that fly from Los Angeles International (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) and the amount of daily flights in operation.

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Airliner	Mo	First Flight	Last Flight	Flights
Virgin Australia	1	10:08	10:08	VIEW FLIGHTS
United Express	1	10:08	10:08	VIEW FLIGHTS
LATAM Airlines	1	10:15	10:15	VIEW FLIGHTS
El Al	1	10:15	10:15	VIEW FLIGHTS
Delta Connection	1	10:15	10:15	VIEW FLIGHTS
China Airlines	1	10:15	10:15	VIEW FLIGHTS
Air New Zealand	1	10:08	10:08	VIEW FLIGHTS

Most people choose to fly with Virgin Australia. They offer the largest number of flights so they have times which are most likely to suite you. The flights they offer will go by the flight numbers VA8419 with times between 10:08 and 10:08.

If you would like more information on this flight the please visit the website for Virgin Australia at virginaustralia.com.au. You will be able to find the latest availability, prices and make your booking online.

Flight times for the route are summarised in the table below. These time were correct at the time of writing, but please be aware that times may vary from time to time so please check their website for exact times and the dates you wish to fly.

Flights Time In WeekDays

Day

Flight Times

Flights

Monday

10:08

Airline	Flight No
Air New Zealand	NZ6937
Virgin Australia	VA8419
United Express	UA4643

10:15

Airline	Flight No
China Airlines	CI9152
El Al	LY4484
LATAM Airlines	LA6687
Delta Connection	DL3716

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Flights to San Diego International Airport are also available from airports close to Los Angeles International. Below we have provided a short list of routes which you could consider is you feel that are suitable.

Alternative Direct Routes

Route	Stops	Distance	Flying Time
Santa Barbara Municipal to San Diego	0		55 Minutes
San Luis Obispo to San Diego	0		1 Hour 16 Minutes
Tijuana to San Diego	0		5 Minutes

Over the past 10 years flight regulations have become very strict so we advise you to leave plenty of time to check in and get through customs.

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Flight Price FAQ - Los Angeles (LAX) to San Diego (SAN)

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What is the cheapest direct flight one way from Los Angeles LAX to San Diego SAN?

The cheapest direct flight one way from Los Angeles LAX to San Diego SAN is £172.60 ($233 €201.63)

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What is the cheapest direct return flight from Los Angeles LAX to San Diego SAN?

The cheapest direct return flight from Los Angeles LAX to San Diego SAN is £147.41 ($199 €172.21)

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What is the cheapest flight one way from Los Angeles LAX to San Diego SAN?

The cheapest flight one way from Los Angeles LAX to San Diego SAN is £42.22 ($57 €49.33)

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What is the cheapest return flight from Los Angeles LAX to San Diego SAN?

The cheapest return flight from Los Angeles LAX to San Diego SAN is £88.15 ($119 €102.98)

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Flight Info FAQ - Los Angeles (LAX) to San Diego (SAN)

Who flies from Los Angeles to San Diego?

The following airlines fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Diego (SAN): Air New Zealand, China Airlines, Delta Connection, El Al, LATAM Airlines, United Express, Virgin Australia.

How far is the flight from Los Angeles to San Diego?

The flight from Los Angeles to San Diego is 176KM or 109 miles.

How long does the flight from Los Angeles to San Diego to take?

The flight from Los Angeles to San Diego takes 31 Minutes.

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