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Cheapest round-trip
$371
Typical prices: $336-$522
American Airlines
Sat 12/1Mon 12/10
FWA - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$177
Typical prices: $183-$528
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/13
FWA - SAN • 3 stops
When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 49% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 11% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $253 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Fort Wayne to San Diego (FWA-SAN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Fort Wayne to San Diego

Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 10
American Airlines Logo
7:17 pm - 11:47 pmFWA  Fort Wayne-SAN San Diego
7h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:44 am - 6:47 pmSAN  San Diego-FWA Fort Wayne
8h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$371American Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 8
Delta Logo
1:07 pm - 8:01 pmFWA  Fort Wayne-SAN San Diego
9h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
12:31 pm - 10:40 pmSAN  San Diego-FWA Fort Wayne
7h 09m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$371Delta
Sat, Mar 6 - Fri, Mar 12
United Airlines Logo
4:43 pm - 10:31 pmFWA  Fort Wayne-SAN San Diego
8h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:30 pm - 9:42 amSAN  San Diego-FWA Fort Wayne
8h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$371United Airlines
Sat, Mar 6 - Thu, Mar 11
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4:43 pm - 10:31 pmFWA  Fort Wayne-SAN San Diego
8h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:30 pm - 9:42 amSAN  San Diego-FWA Fort Wayne
8h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$371United Airlines
Mon, Nov 30 - Tue, Dec 8
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 10:55 amFWA  Fort Wayne-SAN San Diego
6h 50m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
12:31 pm - 10:40 pmSAN  San Diego-FWA Fort Wayne
7h 09m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$371Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
Delta Logo
5:59 pm - 11:38 pmFWA  Fort Wayne-SAN San Diego
8h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
12:31 pm - 10:40 pmSAN  San Diego-FWA Fort Wayne
7h 09m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$371Delta
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
American Airlines Logo
11:42 am - 7:05 pmFWA  Fort Wayne-SAN San Diego
10h 23m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
10:45 pm - 10:42 amSAN  San Diego-FWA Fort Wayne
8h 57m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$379American Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Feb 18
American Airlines Logo
1:42 pm - 7:14 pmFWA  Fort Wayne-SAN San Diego
8h 32m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
10:44 pm - 11:20 amSAN  San Diego-FWA Fort Wayne
9h 36m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$414American Airlines
Tue, Dec 29 - Sun, Jan 3
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:43 am - 9:46 amFWA  Fort Wayne-SAN San Diego
7h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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12:32 pm - 12:52 amSAN  San Diego-FWA Fort Wayne
9h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$768Alaska Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 28
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5:26 am - 2:47 pmFWA  Fort Wayne-SAN San Diego
12h 21m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:00 am - 6:47 pmSAN  San Diego-FWA Fort Wayne
8h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$863Alaska Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Fort Wayne 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 Fort Wayne to San Diego?

Round-trip flights from Fort Wayne to San Diego typically range from $336 to $522. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $371, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Fort Wayne to San Diego. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 24% higher.

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

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Fort Wayne to San Diego at $358 round-trip.
•December ($650) and November ($477) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 81% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Fort Wayne to San Diego the cheapest?

Flights from Fort Wayne to San Diego are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 49% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Fort Wayne to San Diego flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$177
Beat the crowds with an average 29% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 46% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Fort Wayne to San Diego

When to book flights from Fort Wayne to San Diego

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Fort Wayne to San Diego?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Fort Wayne to San Diego. Flights with 1 layover take between 7h 11m and 26h 08m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    Round-trip flights from Fort Wayne to San Diego range from $336 to $522, with an average of $403 over the past 12 months. Anything below $336 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 39% above the $403 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Fort Wayne 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 $371 to $1,133. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Fort Wayne to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $309, which is 20% 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 Fort Wayne to San Diego?

    Flights from Fort Wayne to San Diego usually depart from Fort Wayne (FWA) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 77% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Fort Wayne to San Diego. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $358 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $501, a difference of $143.

    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 Fort Wayne to San Diego?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 11m, compared with 7h 19m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 7h 20m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

  • What is the time difference between Fort Wayne and San Diego?

    San Diego is 3 hours behind Fort Wayne (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 Fort Wayne 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $358, about $143 less than Monday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 49% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Fort Wayne to San Diego trip for September. Fares historically average $358 round-trip in that month - typically $292 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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

More options for your flight from Fort Wayne to San Diego

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