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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Baltimore to San Diego:

• Earliest: departs at 6:15 am and lands at 11:58 am
• Latest: departs at 8:50 pm and lands at 2:33 am.

The flight takes about 5h 43m.

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

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Baltimore to San Diego takes 5h 43m, covering 2,289 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Baltimore to San Diego range from $355 to $566, with an average of $444 over the past 12 months. Anything below $355 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 23% above the $444 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $186 round-trip via Portland (PDX), compared to $457 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Baltimore to San Diego flights, with 67% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $330 to $2,614. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

JetBlue is the only airline on the Baltimore to San Diego route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Baltimore to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $155, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

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

• Dollar
• Europcar
• Payless
• Hertz
• Thrifty

Flights from Baltimore to San Diego usually depart from Baltimore/Washington (BWI) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

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

• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 27% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 15% of one-stop connections
• Los Angeles (LAX) - 15% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 11% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Baltimore to San Diego. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $409 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $530, a difference of $121.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only Southwest operates flights between Baltimore and San Diego.

Flying via Kansas City (MCI) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 55m, compared with 7h 12m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 7h 37m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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

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.

Among airlines operating Baltimore to San Diego flights:

• Southwest: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Baltimore/ Washington International Airport has The Club BWI lounge, which features amenities that enrich passengers’ experience. You’ll explore the comfortable seats, power outlets, free internet, and complimentary beverage and food options when you visit the lounge. This lounge is situated at Concourse D close to Gate 10.

San Diego International Airport minds mothers as it has three lactation rooms. If you are a mother traveling with an infant, you can get to feed and change your baby’s clothes in any of the lactation rooms found post-security. Two are located on Terminal 1 West Rotunda and East Rotunda, respectively, and one on Terminal 2 at the second level close to Gates 34 to 35. The nursing stations also have a hand washing station, soft lighting, artwork, and electrical outlets.

Baltimore/ Washington International Airport has art exhibits that are a site to marvel at for passengers who are art lovers. The art galleries are located in various sections of the airport. For example, the D Concourse Art gallery is close to Gates D1 to D5, and the International Art Gallery can be found close to the Security Checkpoint D/E. You may also access the Arts Council of Anne Arundel County Exhibit near Door 10 at the Departures Level.

If your flight is delayed at BWI, visit Concourse D and E to enjoy a comfortable rest or sleep on the cozy padded benches and narrow couches. In addition, concourse C has armrest-free seats that are ideal for resting.