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Cheapest round-trip
$331
Typical prices: $317-$541
United Airlines
Sun 9/9Wed 9/12
AVL - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$162
Typical prices: $342-$478
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/8
AVL - SAN • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Asheville and San Diego. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 50% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
December
Cheapest • 36% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Cheapest • Avg $347 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 7h 09m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Asheville to San Diego (AVL-SAN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Asheville to San Diego

Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 12
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5:43 pm - 10:10 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-SAN San Diego
7h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:30 pm - 10:09 amSAN  San Diego-AVL Asheville Regional
8h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$331United Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 3
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3:25 pm - 10:30 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-SAN San Diego
10h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:50 am - 4:56 pmSAN  San Diego-AVL Asheville Regional
7h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$331United Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 17
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4:06 pm - 9:46 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-SAN San Diego
8h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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10:27 pm - 10:07 amSAN  San Diego-AVL Asheville Regional
8h 40m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$331American Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 17
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4:06 pm - 9:46 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-SAN San Diego
8h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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9:25 pm - 8:26 amSAN  San Diego-AVL Asheville Regional
8h 01m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$331American Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 12
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4:00 pm - 9:19 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-SAN San Diego
8h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:00 pm - 11:57 pmSAN  San Diego-AVL Asheville Regional
6h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$331Delta
Sat, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 10
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5:59 pm - 9:19 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-SAN San Diego
6h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:25 pm - 9:15 amSAN  San Diego-AVL Asheville Regional
7h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$331Delta
Sat, Sep 19 - Tue, Sep 22
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6:00 am - 9:45 amAVL  Asheville Regional-SAN San Diego
6h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:30 pm - 9:10 amSAN  San Diego-AVL Asheville Regional
7h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$331Delta
Mon, Sep 14 - Wed, Sep 16
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1:01 pm - 11:51 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-SAN San Diego
13h 50m2 stops Orlando Denver Intl
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5:54 pm - 10:04 pmSAN  San Diego-AVL Asheville Regional
25h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$336Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 12
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3:39 pm - 8:34 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-SAN San Diego
7h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:15 am - 9:19 pmSAN  San Diego-AVL Asheville Regional
12h 04m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl
$336United Airlines
Fri, Sep 18 - Wed, Sep 23
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7:04 pm - 4:59 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-SAN San Diego
24h 55m2 stops Orlando Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:54 pm - 10:04 pmSAN  San Diego-AVL Asheville Regional
25h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$338Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Asheville to San Diego flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Asheville to San Diego start at $331. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $317 to $541. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $331 on United Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Asheville to San Diego, it is 18% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 77% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Asheville to San Diego?

  • December is the cheapest month to fly from Asheville to San Diego at $258 round-trip.
  • November ($635) and July ($479) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 146% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Asheville to San Diego the cheapest?

Flights from Asheville to San Diego are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 50% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Asheville to San Diego flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$162
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 5% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
Flight from Asheville to San Diego

When to book flights from Asheville to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Asheville 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 Asheville to San Diego flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Asheville to San Diego usually depart from Asheville Regional (AVL) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Asheville to San Diego.

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

    One-stop flights from Asheville to San Diego most commonly connect through:

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 12% of one-stop connections

    Charlotte Douglas (CLT) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Asheville to San Diego route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 54%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $330 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $710: a $380 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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.

  • How expensive are last-minute Asheville to San Diego flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 49% above the route average of $401. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Asheville to San Diego takes 0h 00m, covering 1,981 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Asheville 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.

  • Have flight prices from Asheville 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 $316 to $1,779. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Asheville to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $315, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 09m, compared with 7h 13m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 7h 29m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between Asheville and San Diego?

    San Diego is 3 hours behind Asheville (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

    San Diego Airport (SAN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $14 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Dollar
    · Payless
    · Europcar
    · Thrifty
    · Fox

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

    Round-trip flights from Asheville to San Diego range from $317 to $541, with an average of $401 over the past 12 months. Anything below $317 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Asheville to San Diego flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $330 - about $380 less than Monday (54% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 50% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Asheville to San Diego trip for December. Fares historically average $258 round-trip in that month - typically $377 less than the most expensive month, which is November (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
    - Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

Everything you need to know for your flight from Asheville to San Diego

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Asheville (AVL)
San Diego (SAN)