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Cheapest round-trip
$354
Typical prices: $329-$509
United Airlines
Mon 4/23Wed 4/25
ACV - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$92
Typical prices: $269-$447
Multiple Airlines
Sun 12/9
ACV - SAN • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Arcata and San Diego. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • 22% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $332 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 37m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Arcata to San Diego (ACV-SAN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Arcata to San Diego

Mon, Dec 21 - Mon, Dec 28
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6:00 am - 10:23 amACV  Arcata Eureka-SAN San Diego
4h 23m1 stop San Francisco
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4:45 pm - 9:12 pmSAN  San Diego-ACV Arcata Eureka
4h 27m1 stop Los Angeles
$354United Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Mon, Jan 18
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3:59 pm - 10:41 pmACV  Arcata Eureka-SAN San Diego
6h 42m1 stop San Francisco
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2:32 pm - 9:17 pmSAN  San Diego-ACV Arcata Eureka
6h 45m1 stop Los Angeles
$354United Airlines
Thu, Feb 11 - Sun, Feb 14
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8:09 am - 12:32 pmACV  Arcata Eureka-SAN San Diego
4h 23m1 stop San Francisco
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6:22 am - 11:58 amSAN  San Diego-ACV Arcata Eureka
5h 36m1 stop San Francisco
$354United Airlines
Fri, Apr 23 - Sun, Apr 25
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8:11 am - 1:45 pmACV  Arcata Eureka-SAN San Diego
5h 34m1 stop San Francisco
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6:20 am - 12:04 pmSAN  San Diego-ACV Arcata Eureka
5h 44m1 stop San Francisco
$354United Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 15
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2:13 pm - 8:37 pmACV  Arcata Eureka-SAN San Diego
6h 24m1 stop San Francisco
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12:37 pm - 5:45 pmSAN  San Diego-ACV Arcata Eureka
5h 08m1 stop San Francisco
$384United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
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8:00 am - 11:57 amACV  Arcata Eureka-SAN San Diego
3h 57m1 stop San Francisco
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1:31 pm - 7:56 pmSAN  San Diego-ACV Arcata Eureka
6h 25m1 stop San Francisco
$384United Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
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6:38 pm - 10:27 pmACV  Arcata Eureka-SAN San Diego
3h 49m1 stop San Francisco
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4:01 pm - 7:56 pmSAN  San Diego-ACV Arcata Eureka
3h 55m1 stop San Francisco
$384United Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 15
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1:21 pm - 5:17 pmACV  Arcata Eureka-SAN San Diego
3h 56m1 stop Los Angeles
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6:20 am - 12:23 pmSAN  San Diego-ACV Arcata Eureka
6h 03m1 stop Los Angeles
$384United Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 8
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3:00 pm - 12:00 pmACV  Arcata Eureka-SAN San Diego
21h 00m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:43 pm - 2:23 pmSAN  San Diego-ACV Arcata Eureka
19h 40m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$392Alaska Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 8
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3:00 pm - 10:00 amACV  Arcata Eureka-SAN San Diego
19h 00m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:15 am - 2:23 pmSAN  San Diego-ACV Arcata Eureka
7h 08m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$418Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Arcata to San Diego flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Arcata to San Diego?

Round-trip flights from Arcata to San Diego typically range from $329 to $509. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $354, on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Arcata to San Diego?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Arcata to San Diego. It’s 32% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 34% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Arcata to San Diego?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Arcata to San Diego at $314 round-trip.
•April ($529) and July ($459) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 68% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Arcata to San Diego flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$92
Beat the crowds with an average 67% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 67% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Arcata to San Diego

When to book flights from Arcata to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Arcata to San Diego based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Arcata to San Diego flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Arcata to San Diego?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Arcata to San Diego:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Arcata to San Diego?

    A nonstop flight from Arcata to San Diego takes 00m, covering 685 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Arcata to San Diego?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Arcata to San Diego flight?

    Round-trip flights from Arcata to San Diego range from $329 to $509, with an average of $402 over the past 12 months. Anything below $329 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Arcata to San Diego changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $354 to $982. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Arcata to San Diego looking right now?

    One-way fares from Arcata to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $185, which is 44% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at San Diego Airport (SAN)?

    San Diego Airport (SAN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $53 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Payless
    • Europcar
    • Thrifty
    • Fox

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Arcata to San Diego?

    Flights from Arcata to San Diego usually depart from Arcata Eureka (ACV) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Arcata to San Diego pass through?

    Connecting flights from Arcata to San Diego most commonly pass through:

    • San Francisco (SFO) - 86% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 14% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Arcata to San Diego?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 50% on flights from Arcata to San Diego. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $274 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $542, a difference of $268.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Arcata to San Diego?

    Flying via Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 06m, compared with 4h 37m via San Francisco (SFO).

  • What popular places can I visit in San Diego?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Diego are Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Convention Center and SeaWorld San Diego. These are among the most viewed places in San Diego on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Arcata to San Diego flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average $274, about $268 less than Monday fares (49% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Arcata to San Diego trip for September. Fares historically average $314 round-trip in that month - typically $215 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Diego Airport.

    • Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
    • Bay Club Hotel & Marina
    • Sheraton San Diego Resort

More options for your flight from Arcata to San Diego

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