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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dallas Fort Worth International to San Diego? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Diego.96 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Jun, returning Tue, 10 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Diego International on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 96 €, select.
San Diego.96 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 May, returning Tue, 3 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Wed, 28 May, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Diego International on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 96 €, select.
San Diego.113 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Jul, returning Sat, 2 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Sat, 12 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sat, 2 Aug, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 113 €, select.
San Diego.115 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Jul, returning Sat, 19 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Wed, 16 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sat, 19 Jul, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 115 €, select.
San Diego.116 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 May, returning Wed, 14 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Tue, 6 May, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 14 May, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 116 €, select.
San Diego.119 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 May, returning Wed, 28 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Sat, 24 May, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Diego International on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 119 €, select.
San Diego.123 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Apr, returning Wed, 30 Apr.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 30 Apr, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 123 €, select.
San Diego.125 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Apr, returning Tue, 6 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 125 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dallas Fort Worth International to San Diego

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dallas Fort Worth International to San Diego flights are currently cheapest in June.
Apr
from 123 €
May
from 116 €
Jun
from 96 €
Jul
from 115 €
Aug
from 136 €
Sep
from 220 €
Oct
from 287 €
Nov
from 253 €
Dec
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Mar
from 403 €

Direct flights from Dallas Fort Worth International to San Diego

Alternative Dallas Fort Worth International to San Diego routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Dallas Fort Worth International to San Diego? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Dallas to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found96 €
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
Average flights per week351

Finding cheap flights from Dallas Fort Worth International to San Diego: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in San Diego: San Diego International and McClellan-Palomar.
The best price we found for a return flight from Dallas Fort Worth International to San Diego is 96 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Dallas Fort Worth International to San Diego.
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and Qatar Airways fly direct from Dallas Fort Worth International to San Diego.
As of April 2025, there are 351 flights per week flying from Dallas Fort Worth International to San Diego.
The cheapest month to fly from Dallas Fort Worth International to San Diego is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, the cheapest airport near San Diego is San Diego International – which is 4.1 km away from the centre of San Diego. We've found flights into this airport from 96 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to San Diego on Wednesday, 28 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 10 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Diego but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 16°C. August is typically the warmest month in San Diego, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 10°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego.

Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to San Diego: what you need to know

  • Approximately 3 hours 7 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to San Diego.

  • The timezone in San Diego is UTC-7. The city is 2 hours behind Dallas, where Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is located.

  • With 90 weekly flights between the two airports, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the most popular route. Frontier Airlines operates the earliest flight at 06:37. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from DFW to SAN is with American Airlines at 22:59.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from DFW to San Diego.

  • Peak months like July or holiday times such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is wise.

  • You can catch a direct flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to San Diego that touches down at San Diego International Airport (SAN).

  • Check out the deals with American Airlines. This carrier operates direct flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to San Diego.

  • After booking your cheap tickets from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to San Diego, get your travel documents in order. A passport or visa isn't necessary since you're travelling within United States. As long as you have another valid proof of identity, like an ID card or driver's licence, you're ready to go.

  • Located around 32 kilometres from central Dallas, DFW can be reached in about 26 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport takes roughly 3 hours and 55 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to San Diego? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to DFW:

How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to San Diego

  • 41 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to San Diego. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 96 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.

  • Lock in cheap tickets from DFW to San Diego by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to San Diego. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • Getting a cheap ticket from DFW to San Diego is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has dropped.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to San Diego. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) is around 5 kilometres from central San Diego. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 9 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport takes around 20 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to San Diego. Book one of these accommodation options near SAN instead:

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of San Diego. After your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to San Diego, it'll take you around 39 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • The trip will take roughly 2 hours and 14 minutes on public transport.

  • There are some great places where you can make a pit stop near CLD. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from DFW to San Diego at any of these perfectly located options:

Best time to go to San Diego

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to San Diego. To steer clear of the crowds, visit San Diego in May when things are quieter.

  • Lock in your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to San Diego for August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 17ºC to 28ºC.

  • Search for cheap flights from DFW to San Diego in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 23ºC on average.

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