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Cheapest round-trip
$257
Typical prices: $258-$371
Delta
Thu 8/6Wed 8/12
FLL - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$369
Typical prices: $277-$462
Alaska Airlines
Thu 11/26Thu 12/3
FLL - SAN • Non-stop
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Cheapest • Avg $258 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 00m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego (FLL-SAN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego

Thu, Aug 6 - Wed, Aug 12
Delta Logo
5:40 pm - 11:54 pm
FLL
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SAN
9h 14m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 4:29 pm
SAN
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FLL
7h 14m
1 stop
$257Delta
Fri, Aug 7 - Tue, Aug 11
Delta Logo
6:20 pm - 11:50 pm
FLL
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SAN
8h 30m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:29 am - 4:52 pm
SAN
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FLL
7h 23m
1 stop
$258Delta
Fri, Aug 14 - Sun, Aug 23
Delta Logo
6:20 pm - 11:50 pm
FLL
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SAN
8h 30m
1 stop
Delta Logo
7:59 pm - 7:11 am
SAN
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FLL
8h 12m
1 stop
$259Delta
Sat, Aug 1 - Mon, Aug 10
Delta Logo
5:23 am - 9:26 am
FLL
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SAN
7h 03m
1 stop
Delta Logo
10:17 pm - 10:11 am
SAN
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FLL
8h 54m
1 stop
$262Delta
Tue, Jul 28 - Sun, Aug 2
Southwest Logo
5:00 pm - 9:45 pm
FLL
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SAN
7h 45m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
10:40 pm - 9:55 am
SAN
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FLL
8h 15m
1 stop
$263Southwest
Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4
Southwest Logo
12:30 pm - 9:25 pm
FLL
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SAN
11h 55m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:30 am - 5:15 pm
SAN
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FLL
7h 45m
1 stop
$264Southwest
Tue, Jul 28 - Wed, Aug 5
American Airlines Logo
5:29 pm - 11:59 pm
FLL
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SAN
9h 30m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:19 am - 5:05 pm
SAN
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FLL
7h 46m
1 stop
$267American Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 7
Southwest Logo
9:00 am - 6:50 pm
FLL
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SAN
12h 50m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
9:50 pm - 10:50 am
SAN
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FLL
10h 00m
1 stop
$270Southwest
Tue, Aug 4 - Wed, Aug 12
United Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 9:24 pm
FLL
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SAN
7h 24m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 8:20 pm
SAN
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FLL
11h 00m
2 stops
$282United Airlines
Tue, Jul 28 - Tue, Aug 4
Southwest Logo
12:15 pm - 7:00 pm
FLL
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SAN
9h 45m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
10:40 pm - 10:20 am
SAN
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FLL
8h 40m
1 stop
$283Southwest
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Fort Lauderdale to San Diego flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego departing in August.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego, look for departures on Thursdays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from San Diego, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Thursday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego is May, where tickets cost $304 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $417 and $387 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $356, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 71% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on Alaska Airlines and JetBlue

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on FLL

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Low season

June

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$129
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 22% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego

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FAQs for booking flights from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego

  • Is it possible to rent a car at SAN?

    If you want to rent a car at SAN, you can do so, as the airport features an off-site car rental facility with counters for car rentals like Alamo, Avis, Enterprise, Dollar, and National. This facility is quite a distance from the airport’s terminals. Hence, to get to it, you’ll board a free shuttle.

  • What is the quickest way to get to FLL from downtown Fort Lauderdale?

    If you want to journey from downtown Fort Lauderdale to FLL as quickly as you can, you should catch a cab, as cabs are the fastest public transportation means you can use to cover the distance between the two points. If speed is not your main concern but rather cost, you should travel aboard a bus, as the buses that serve this route cheaper.

  • Where can I board my flight to San Diego in Fort Lauderdale apart from FLL?

    Apart from FLL, Miami International Airport (MIA) and Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) also serve Fort Lauderdale. This being the case, if you don’t want to board a flight to San Diego at FLL, you can opt for one at either of these other airports.

  • Does SAN have an on-site hotel?

    SAN has no on-site hotel. However, this airport is extremely close to hotels like TownePlace Suites San Diego Airport, Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport – Old Town, and Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego was $129 for a one-way ticket and $257 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Fort Lauderdale and San Diego?

    No

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego?

    JetBlue, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Fort Lauderdale to San Diego flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego?

    The Boeing 737-900 Passenger/BBJ3 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Fort Lauderdale to San Diego flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Fort Lauderdale and San Diego, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to San Diego from Fort Lauderdale?

    Houston is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego, Southwest or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $367 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $359 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Diego from Fort Lauderdale is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Diego with an airline and back to Fort Lauderdale with another airline. Booking your flights between Fort Lauderdale and SAN can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Diego from Fort Lauderdale up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $204 or less round-trip.
  • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) has tedious security checkpoints. Passengers have missed their flights after being held up at these checkpoints. To avoid finding yourself in such a scenario, on the day you’re to fly to San Diego, you should get to the airport at least 1h 30min prior to your flight.
  • As you wait for your flight at FLL, you can get food, as this airport features numerous dining options. In Terminal 1, you can eat at restaurants like Air Margaritaville Restaurant, Whiskey River, and Offerdahl’s Off-The-Grill. In Terminal 2, you can enjoy food from Torn Basil or Flash Fire Pizza, while in Terminal 3, you can sample quality dishes at Harvest Grounds, Golden Bear Gill, or Chef Allen’s 2 Go.
  • If you plan on parking your car at FLL until you get back from San Diego, you can do that, as the airport offers several long-term parking options. Within the airport’s grounds, you can get long-term parking spots at the Hibiscus Garage, Curbside Valet, and the Overflow Lot. Outside the airport’s grounds, you can get long-term parking at Park 24/7, Discount Parking FLL, or Gold Coast Airport parking, all of which are within the airport’s two-mile radius.
  • Before departing San Diego International Airport (SAN), you should check out one of the locations under Be Relax Spa. Both are in Terminal 2. One is near gate 26, while the other is near gate 36. In any of these locations, you’re bound to enjoy top-notch services, given that they both pride themselves in having well-trained and experienced professionals.
  • In case you need help at SAN, you seek assistance from one of the Volunteer Airport Ambassadors scattered all over the airport. Spotting one such individual is rather easy, as they all wear green polo shirts with Airport Information printing on the back.

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