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Cheapest round-trip
$399
Typical prices: $378-$644
Delta
Mon 1/29Wed 1/31
MBS - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$438
Typical prices: $373-$528
Delta
Tue 12/25
MBS - SAN • 2 stops
When to travel
October
Cheapest • 42% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $484 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 7h 19m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Bay City to San Diego (MBS-SAN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Bay City to San Diego

Thu, Jan 28 - Sat, Jan 30
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6:12 pm - 10:40 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-SAN San Diego
7h 28m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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12:25 pm - 10:47 pmSAN  San Diego-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
7h 22m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$399Delta
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
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3:56 pm - 10:15 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-SAN San Diego
9h 19m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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11:37 am - 10:16 pmSAN  San Diego-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
7h 39m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$399Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Thu, Dec 10
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5:00 am - 11:27 amMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-SAN San Diego
9h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2:26 pm - 11:59 pmSAN  San Diego-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
6h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$399United Airlines
Fri, Jan 29 - Sun, Jan 31
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5:00 am - 11:21 amMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-SAN San Diego
9h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2:26 pm - 11:59 pmSAN  San Diego-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
6h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$399United Airlines
Fri, Dec 18 - Fri, Jan 8
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6:35 am - 10:27 amMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-SAN San Diego
6h 52m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:15 am - 5:30 pmSAN  San Diego-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
8h 15m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$399Delta
Wed, Dec 16 - Sat, Jan 9
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3:56 pm - 10:15 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-SAN San Diego
9h 19m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:15 am - 5:30 pmSAN  San Diego-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
8h 15m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$399Delta
Fri, Jan 29 - Sun, Jan 31
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6:12 pm - 10:40 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-SAN San Diego
7h 28m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:15 am - 5:30 pmSAN  San Diego-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
8h 15m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$399Delta
Fri, Dec 18 - Sat, Jan 9
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6:35 am - 10:27 amMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-SAN San Diego
6h 52m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:15 am - 5:30 pmSAN  San Diego-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
8h 15m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$399Delta
Fri, Jan 29 - Sun, Jan 31
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5:00 am - 4:09 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-SAN San Diego
14h 09m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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2:26 pm - 11:59 pmSAN  San Diego-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
6h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$404United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Thu, Dec 10
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5:00 am - 5:49 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-SAN San Diego
15h 49m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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2:26 pm - 11:59 pmSAN  San Diego-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
6h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$404United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Bay City to San Diego flights

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

Round-trip flights from Bay City to San Diego typically range from $378 to $644. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $399, on Delta.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bay City to San Diego. It’s 21% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 22% higher.

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

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Bay City to San Diego at $272 round-trip.
•July ($855) and June ($798) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 214% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Bay City to San Diego flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$399
Beat the crowds with an average 68% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 62% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Bay City to San Diego

When to book flights from Bay City to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Bay City 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 Bay City 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 Bay City to San Diego?

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

  • How long is a flight from Bay City to San Diego?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Bay City to San Diego. Flights with 1 layover take between 7h 19m and 7h 29m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Bay City 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 Bay City to San Diego flight?

    Round-trip flights from Bay City to San Diego range from $378 to $644, with an average of $471 over the past 12 months. Anything below $378 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Bay City 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 $399 to $1,461. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Bay City to San Diego are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $711, which is 75% above 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 Bay City to San Diego?

    Flights from Bay City to San Diego usually depart from Bay City MBS Intl (MBS) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

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

    Connecting flights from Bay City to San Diego most commonly pass through:

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 75% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 25% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 36% on flights from Bay City to San Diego. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $373 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $576, a difference of $203.

    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 Bay City to San Diego?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 19m, compared with 7h 29m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Bay City and San Diego?

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

  • 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 Bay City 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $373, about $203 less than Wednesday fares (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Bay City to San Diego trip for October. Fares historically average $272 round-trip in that month - typically $583 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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

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