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Cheapest round-trip
$212
Typical prices: $310-$532
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BLI - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$117
Typical prices: $234-$302
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Thu 12/13
BLI - SAN • 1 stop
When to travel
Cheapest • 21% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $296 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Bellingham to San Diego (BLI-SAN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Bellingham to San Diego

Sun, Nov 8 - Thu, Nov 12
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8:05 pm - 7:35 pmBLI  Bellingham-SAN San Diego
23h 30m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:20 pm - 8:47 amSAN  San Diego-BLI Bellingham
12h 27m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$212Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Sat, Nov 14
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8:05 pm - 7:35 pmBLI  Bellingham-SAN San Diego
23h 30m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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11:06 am - 8:45 amSAN  San Diego-BLI Bellingham
21h 39m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$236Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Fri, Nov 13
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8:05 pm - 7:35 pmBLI  Bellingham-SAN San Diego
23h 30m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:38 pm - 8:45 amSAN  San Diego-BLI Bellingham
37h 07m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$247Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Wed, Dec 2
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10:36 am - 7:55 amBLI  Bellingham-SAN San Diego
21h 19m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:17 am - 9:01 amSAN  San Diego-BLI Bellingham
24h 44m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$256Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Wed, Dec 2
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10:36 am - 7:55 amBLI  Bellingham-SAN San Diego
21h 19m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:17 am - 9:01 amSAN  San Diego-BLI Bellingham
24h 44m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$260Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Thu, Nov 12
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8:05 pm - 7:35 pmBLI  Bellingham-SAN San Diego
23h 30m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:56 am - 8:47 amSAN  San Diego-BLI Bellingham
21h 51m2 stops San Francisco Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$275Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 12
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8:59 pm - 11:57 pmBLI  Bellingham-SAN San Diego
26h 58m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
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8:20 pm - 8:47 amSAN  San Diego-BLI Bellingham
12h 27m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$277Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 18 - Sat, Jan 23
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10:12 am - 2:14 pmBLI  Bellingham-SAN San Diego
28h 02m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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3:09 pm - 10:20 amSAN  San Diego-BLI Bellingham
19h 11m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$282Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
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8:33 am - 5:37 pmBLI  Bellingham-SAN San Diego
9h 04m1 stop Portland
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10:51 am - 10:30 pmSAN  San Diego-BLI Bellingham
11h 39m1 stop Portland
$343Alaska Airlines
Sat, Jan 16 - Sat, Jan 23
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8:28 am - 8:22 pmBLI  Bellingham-SAN San Diego
11h 54m1 stop Portland
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7:00 am - 11:52 amSAN  San Diego-BLI Bellingham
4h 52m1 stop Portland
$343Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Bellingham to San Diego flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bellingham to San Diego. It’s 21% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 133% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Bellingham to San Diego at $301 round-trip.
•November ($672) and May ($566) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 123% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Bellingham to San Diego flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$117
Beat the crowds with an average 56% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 56% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Bellingham to San Diego

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

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

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

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Bellingham to San Diego. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 11m and 9h 47m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    Round-trip flights from Bellingham to San Diego range from $310 to $532, with an average of $381 over the past 12 months. Anything below $310 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Bellingham 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 $212 to $1,678. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Bellingham to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $181, which is 36% 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 starting from around $14 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Payless
    • Europcar
    • Thrifty
    • Fox

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

    Flights from Bellingham to San Diego usually depart from Bellingham (BLI) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

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

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

    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 60% of one-stop connections
    • Portland (PDX) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 11% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 67% on flights from Bellingham to San Diego. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $301 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $891, a difference of $590.

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

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

    Flying via Portland (PDX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 11m, compared with 5h 22m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and 9h 47m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

  • 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.

  • If you’re traveling with a pet from Bellingham to San Diego, consider booking Southwest Airlines, Allegiant Air, or Alaska Airlines, which allow vaccinated domestic cats and dogs in the cabin at a fee. They must be kept in a special carrier matching airline-specific dimensions. The carrier should comfortably fit under the seat.

    Alaska Airlines offers special meals for passengers with specific dietary requirements, particularly in First Class cabins on flights from Bellingham to San Diego. Passengers in First Class cabins can request special meals such as kosher, vegan, gluten-free, vegetarian, and Mediterranean tapas picnic packs.

  • How do I get to downtown San Diego from San Diego International Airport (SAN)?

    The Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) bus route 992 connects SAN to downtown San Diego. It departs from Terminals 1 and 2 every 15 minutes, and the journey time to downtown San Diego is 20 to 30 minutes depending on traffic. You can find taxis in the airport’s transport plaza. Car rentals and shared-ride shuttles are other options.

  • Which airlines fly Business Class from Bellingham to San Diego?

    If you’re looking for Business Class flights from Bellingham to San Diego, consider booking Alaska Airlines, which offers this travel option on its one-stop connections. Alaska Airlines Business Class offers several benefits to passengers, including comfortable seats with extra legroom, priority boarding, dedicated service, and premium dining on board.

  • What assistance does Bellingham International Airport (BLI) offer passengers with limited mobility?

    Bellingham International Airport (BLI) is ADA-compliant. Passengers with limited mobility flying through the airport will find different services and amenities, including wheelchair assistance, elevators, service animals, accessible parking, boarding assistance, and accessible restrooms.

Your guide to booking Bellingham 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $301, about $590 less than Monday fares (66% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Bellingham to San Diego trip for January. Fares historically average $301 round-trip in that month - typically $371 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
    • Sheraton San Diego Resort
  • Which other cities can I fly to from Lisbon?
  • From Lisbon, you can extend your trip to domestic destinations like Faro, Ponta Delgada, Porto, Horta, Santa Maria, Terceira, Funchal, Pico, Flores, and Sao Jorge, or international destinations like Frankfurt, Rome, New York City, Madrid, Paris, Barcelona, Rio de Janeiro, Amsterdam, Zurich, Brussels, and London.
  • The Bellingham (BLI) to San Diego (SAN) flight route is mainly served by connecting flights. Las Vegas (LAS), Seattle (SEA), and Oakland (OAK) are the most popular layover stops for one-stop flights on this route. Other layover cities include Los Angeles (LAX), San Jose (SJC), Portland (PDX), Sacramento (SMF), Chicago (ORD), Denver (DEN), and San Francisco (SFO).
  • Allegiant Air, Alaska Airlines, and Southwest Airlines don’t have a maximum carry-on weight limit on flights from Bellingham to San Diego. However, your cabin baggage shouldn’t be bigger than specific dimensions, which vary from one airline to another. It should also be easy to lift and fit in the overhead bin. Your personal item should be small enough to be stored under the seat in front of you.
  • Allegiant Air, the only provider with direct flights from Bellingham to San Diego, has several snack and beverage options available for purchase on board. You’ll find in-flight refreshments such as soda, coffee, and a range of snacks. Alcoholic beverages are available for customers 21 or older. Purchases can be made with a credit card since cash is not allowed.

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