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Cheapest round-trip
$379
Typical prices: $346-$520
American Airlines
Sun 1/21Thu 1/25
DAY - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$190
Typical prices: $282-$546
American Airlines
Sun 11/25
DAY - SAN • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Dayton and San Diego. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
7 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 43% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 15% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $417 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 7h 13m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dayton to San Diego (DAY-SAN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dayton to San Diego

Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 25
American Airlines Logo
7:42 am - 1:09 pmDAY  Dayton-SAN San Diego
8h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
12:29 pm - 10:59 pmSAN  San Diego-DAY Dayton
7h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$379American Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 26
American Airlines Logo
1:36 pm - 6:04 pmDAY  Dayton-SAN San Diego
7h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
11:43 am - 10:52 pmSAN  San Diego-DAY Dayton
8h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$379American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 9:29 amDAY  Dayton-SAN San Diego
6h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
12:39 pm - 10:06 pmSAN  San Diego-DAY Dayton
6h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
$379United Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Sun, Jan 3
United Airlines Logo
7:19 am - 11:36 amDAY  Dayton-SAN San Diego
7h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:50 pm - 9:57 amSAN  San Diego-DAY Dayton
9h 07m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$379United Airlines
Fri, Apr 16 - Sat, Apr 24
Delta Logo
6:40 pm - 11:03 pmDAY  Dayton-SAN San Diego
7h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
10:40 pm - 10:27 amSAN  San Diego-DAY Dayton
8h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$379Delta
Mon, Apr 19 - Mon, Apr 26
Delta Logo
2:55 pm - 9:41 pmDAY  Dayton-SAN San Diego
9h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
10:40 pm - 10:27 amSAN  San Diego-DAY Dayton
8h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$379Delta
Fri, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 25
American Airlines Logo
6:36 pm - 11:59 pmDAY  Dayton-SAN San Diego
8h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
12:29 pm - 10:59 pmSAN  San Diego-DAY Dayton
7h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$379American Airlines
Thu, Apr 15 - Tue, Apr 20
Delta Logo
2:55 pm - 9:41 pmDAY  Dayton-SAN San Diego
9h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
10:40 pm - 10:27 amSAN  San Diego-DAY Dayton
8h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$379Delta
Wed, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 20
Alaska Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 8:07 pmDAY  Dayton-SAN San Diego
10h 32m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Portland
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:25 am - 10:17 pmSAN  San Diego-DAY Dayton
10h 52m2 stops Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld Chicago O'Hare Intl
$691Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 26
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:21 am - 9:44 pmDAY  Dayton-SAN San Diego
13h 23m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:16 am - 10:59 pmSAN  San Diego-DAY Dayton
13h 43m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$691Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Dayton to San Diego flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Dayton to San Diego typically range from $346 to $520. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $379, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dayton 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 Dayton to San Diego. It’s 19% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 33% higher.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Dayton to San Diego at $358 round-trip.
•June ($541) and July ($478) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 51% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Dayton to San Diego the cheapest?

Flights from Dayton to San Diego are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 43% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Dayton to San Diego flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$190
Beat the crowds with an average 32% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 30% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Dayton to San Diego

When to book flights from Dayton to San Diego

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Dayton to San Diego takes 00m, covering 1,888 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Dayton to San Diego range from $346 to $520, with an average of $421 over the past 12 months. Anything below $346 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 25% above the $421 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Dayton 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 $379 to $3,105. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Dayton to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $308, which is 26% 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 averaging $53 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Payless
    • Europcar
    • Thrifty
    • Fox

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

    Flights from Dayton to San Diego usually depart from Dayton (DAY) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 49% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 13% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 40% on flights from Dayton to San Diego. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $343 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $563, a difference of $220.

    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 Dayton to San Diego?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 13m, compared with 7h 46m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 8h 12m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

    San Diego is 3 hours behind Dayton (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 Dayton 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 Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $343, about $220 less than Sunday fares (39% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 43% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dayton to San Diego trip for November. Fares historically average $358 round-trip in that month - typically $183 less than the most expensive month, which is June (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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