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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Salt Lake City to San Diego flights are currently cheapest in June.

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Salt Lake City to San Diego? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Salt Lake City to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found74 €
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 58 mins
Most popular airlineWestJet
Average flights per week712

Finding cheap flights from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to San Diego is 74 €. 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.
1 hour and 58 minutes is the average flight time from Salt Lake City to San Diego.
WestJet, Delta and Southwest Airlines fly direct from Salt Lake City to San Diego.
As of April 2025, there are 712 flights per week flying from Salt Lake City to San Diego.
The cheapest month to fly from Salt Lake City to San Diego is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Salt Lake City 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 74 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Salt Lake City Airport to San Diego on Friday, 27 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 58 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 Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to San Diego: what you need to know

  • Approximately 1 hour 56 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to San Diego.

  • San Diego is 1 hour behind Salt Lake City, where Salt Lake City International Airport is located. San Diego operates on the UTC-7 timezone.

  • With 64 flights a week between the two airports, Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the busiest route. Alaska Airlines operates the earliest flight at 08:00. If you're eager to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from SLC to SAN is with Delta at 23:20.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from SLC to San Diego, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Hopping on a plane during a peak time like July? High seasons (like summer, Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You can catch a nonstop flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to San Diego that arrives at San Diego International Airport (SAN).

  • Popular carriers that have direct flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to San Diego include:

  • Once you've booked cheap tickets from Salt Lake City International Airport to San Diego, get your travel documents in order. A passport or visa isn't needed since you're flying within United States. As long as you have another valid proof of identity, like a driver's licence or an ID card, you're all set.

  • Located around 13 kilometres from central Salt Lake City, SLC can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours and 54 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near SLC? If you're catching an early flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to San Diego, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:

How to find the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to San Diego

  • 37 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Salt Lake City International Airport to San Diego. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 74 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

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

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Salt Lake City International Airport to San Diego. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from SLC to San Diego. You don't need to check every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll update you the moment the price changes.

  • Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to San Diego, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) to the centre of San Diego is about 9 minutes by car. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.

  • It takes roughly 20 minutes if you're using public transport.

  • Consider booking a hotel close to SAN if you have a late flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to San Diego. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • Central San Diego is about 56 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). Once your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to San Diego has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 39 minutes.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 2 hours and 14 minutes.

  • There are some great places to rest your head close to CLD. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from SLC to San Diego at any of these well-located options:

Best time to go to San Diego

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to San Diego. July is the most popular month for a trip to San Diego. If you want a quieter vibe, go in May.

  • Lock in your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to San Diego for August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 17ºC to 28ºC.

  • February sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap flights from SLC to San Diego sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about San Diego

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