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Cheapest round-trip
$233
Typical prices: $279-$451
Delta
Sun 12/9Sat 12/15
DAL - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$235
Typical prices: $281-$453
Southwest
Sun 11/4Sun 11/11
DAL - SAN • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 3h 09m
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 10 weeks in advance save around 46% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Love Field to San Diego (DAL-SAN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Love Field to San Diego

Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 15
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6:06 am - 11:54 amDAL  Dallas Love Field-SAN San Diego
7h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:19 pm - 10:43 pmSAN  San Diego-DAL Dallas Love Field
7h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$233Delta
Sat, Dec 12 - Mon, Dec 14
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6:06 am - 11:54 amDAL  Dallas Love Field-SAN San Diego
7h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:30 pm - 9:40 amSAN  San Diego-DAL Dallas Love Field
9h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$233Delta
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
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6:06 am - 11:54 amDAL  Dallas Love Field-SAN San Diego
7h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:20 am - 6:06 pmSAN  San Diego-DAL Dallas Love Field
9h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$233Delta
Tue, Dec 15 - Wed, Dec 16
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11:00 am - 4:30 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-SAN San Diego
7h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:50 pm - 9:40 amSAN  San Diego-DAL Dallas Love Field
9h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$233Delta
Sat, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 9
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6:30 am - 12:44 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-SAN San Diego
8h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:48 pm - 10:40 pmSAN  San Diego-DAL Dallas Love Field
7h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$233Delta
Tue, Dec 15 - Tue, Dec 15
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11:00 am - 4:30 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-SAN San Diego
7h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:30 pm - 9:40 amSAN  San Diego-DAL Dallas Love Field
9h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$233Delta
Sat, Dec 12 - Wed, Dec 16
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6:06 am - 11:54 amDAL  Dallas Love Field-SAN San Diego
7h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:50 pm - 9:40 amSAN  San Diego-DAL Dallas Love Field
9h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$233Delta
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
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3:59 pm - 10:02 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-SAN San Diego
8h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:48 pm - 10:40 pmSAN  San Diego-DAL Dallas Love Field
7h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$233Delta
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
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6:50 am - 8:00 amDAL  Dallas Love Field-SAN San Diego
3h 10mnonstop
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6:15 pm - 11:10 pmSAN  San Diego-DAL Dallas Love Field
2h 55mnonstop
$235Southwest
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
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6:50 am - 8:00 amDAL  Dallas Love Field-SAN San Diego
3h 10mnonstop
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6:15 pm - 11:10 pmSAN  San Diego-DAL Dallas Love Field
2h 55mnonstop
$235Southwest
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego?

Round-trip flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego typically range from $279 to $451. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $233, on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dallas Love Field Airport 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 Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego. It’s 23% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego at $287 round-trip.
•June ($412) and July ($397) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 43% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego the cheapest?

Flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego are cheapest 10 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 46% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Love Field to San Diego

 
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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on SAN

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Laura Ratliff

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Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.

Key details for Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$117
Beat the crowds with an average 33% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 21% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego

When to book flights from Love Field to San Diego

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Your Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:05 am and lands at 9:14 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:55 pm and lands at 2:04 am.

    The flight takes about 3h 09m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego?

    A nonstop flight from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego takes 3h 09m, covering 1,179 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dallas Love Field Airport 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 Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego flight?

    Round-trip flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego range from $279 to $451, with an average of $354 over the past 12 months. Anything below $279 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 49% above the $354 route average. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $236 round-trip via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared to $354 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego?

    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.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest and Alaska Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 20%, evening flights for 20%, and night flights for 20%.

  • Have flight prices from Dallas Love Field Airport 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 $233 to $781. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego flights?

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

  • How are flight prices from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $117, which is 52% 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 Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego?

    Flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego usually depart from Dallas Love Field (DAL) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego pass through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 36% on flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $275 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $425, a difference of $150.

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

  • What airlines fly from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Dallas Love Field Airport and San Diego.

  • What is the time difference between Dallas Love Field Airport and San Diego?

    San Diego is 2 hours behind Dallas Love Field Airport (Pacific Time vs Central 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.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego flights?

    Among airlines operating Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego flights?

    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.

Your guide to booking Dallas Love Field Airport 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 Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $275, about $150 less than Monday fares (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 10 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 46% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego trip for April. Fares historically average $287 round-trip in that month - typically $125 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Airport (LAS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $236 round-trip on this route - about $118 less than direct flights (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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