Book Cheap American Airlines flight from San Francisco (SFO) to San Diego (SAN) from CA $163

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Cheapest American Airlines Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to San Diego (SAN)

The cheapest flights to San Diego Intl. found within the past 7 days were CA $351 round trip and CA $163 one way. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

Can I catch a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to San Diego Airport right now?
It’s always wise to learn about any quarantine requirements and travel advice reports in place in your destination. Be sure to visit the Covid-19 Travel Advisor for up-to-date information on booking a flight to SAN.
What terminal is American Airlines at San Francisco Airport?
Your boarding pass should be able to tell you exactly which terminal your American Airlines flight will be leaving from at SFO. It might also be able to give you the arrival details for San Diego Airport. If not, it’s probably a wise idea to ask your airline before you fly.
Are there American Airlines non-stop flights from SFO to SAN?
Plan for a stopover when jetting from San Francisco Airport to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), as American Airlines doesn’t offer any nonstop flights between these two locations. While waiting for your connection, you might like to buy a newly published novel or a glossy magazine from the airport bookstore to make the time go quicker.
How long is an American Airlines flight from SFO to SAN?
Depending on good weather and no delays, your American Airlines flight from SFO to SAN should take on average 6 hours and 43 minutes. That means you’ve got ample time to eat a meal, squeeze in a snooze and revise your travel program before touchdown.
How many direct and indirect flights does American Airlines fly from SFO to SAN?
When flying from SFO to SAN, there are 7 American Airlines daily flights to select from.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I change my booking to a later date?
For more info about changing your flight to San Diego Airport, please visit our Customer Service Portal.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
This just in! Airfares offered on Thursdays tend to be the cheapest, according to flight demand on Travelocity in 2021. Tuesday and Wednesday prices are also good, but you may want to prepare your budget if booking during the weekend, as data shows that is when prices are generally at their highest.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Frequent travelers may already know this, but earlier in the week can be the cheapest time to fly. In 2021, flights departing on a Monday were generally the cheapest of the week, whereas you may pay a premium for weekend flights when demand is usually high. On average, tickets were most expensive for Saturday departures, so if you need to fly out on a weekend, you might look for deals ahead of time.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It’s possible to start comparing international airfares on Travelocity up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to our 2021 flight demand trends, last minute planners can still bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 0-2 weeks prior to their travel dates.*According to flight demand on Travelocity.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

Grab a great American Airlines flight from SFO to SAN 

To find a great deal on American Airlines flights with Travelocity, simply enter your origin and destination airports, pick your travel dates, and hit search. From here, you can sort by price, flight duration, and arrival/departure time. You can also filter to find nonstop flights. 

Flying American Airlines San Francisco to San Diego gives you 9 fights to choose from. With that direct flight time of 34, you’ll be touching down before you know it.  

 

Find cheap flights with American Airlines between San Francisco and San Diego 

American Airlines has a range of great fares on stacks of flights, and to find the most affordable for you, there are a few tricks you can try. Booking in advance, for example, is a great way to grab a fantastic deal. Also, choose the cheapest month, if you can. One-way flights from San Francisco to San Diego with American Airlines are September.  

The more flexible you are, the more affordable flights you’re likely to find. Consider one-way flights and connecting flights, as well as standard roundtrip and direct options. Even if you’re flying today, cheap last-minute flights are easy to find by entering your travel dates and hitting search.  

 

Reasons to book your American Airlines flights with Travelocity 

Travelocity makes it easy to book a seat, anywhere in the world. The vast inventory, fast search, and advanced filters put some of the best deals on the planet in one place. Whether you’re traveling on business, with friends, family, or on your own, take your pick from some fantastic options. And with free cancellation and pay later options, you can travel more and worry less.  

American Airlines Airports
Hop on a(n) American Airlines flight today by flying to many destinations out of these domestic and international airports:
Airport code
Country
Airport name
Number of flights
DFWUSADallas-Fort Worth Intl.599
CLTUSACharlotte-Douglas Intl.536
ORDUSAO'Hare Intl.317
PHLUSAPhiladelphia Intl.247
MIAUSAMiami Intl.193
DCAUSARonald Reagan Washington National152
PHXUSASky Harbor Intl.141
LAXUSALos Angeles Intl.81
LGAUSALaGuardia72
BOSUSALogan Intl.57

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