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Cheapest round-trip
$246
Typical prices: $347-$517
Frontier
Mon 11/12Mon 11/19
GRR - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$129
Typical prices: $197-$338
Frontier
Wed 12/5
GRR - SAN • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Grand Rapids and San Diego. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
13 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 21% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Cheapest • Avg $370 (round-trip)
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Shortest trip • 6h 40m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Grand Rapids to San Diego (GRR-SAN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Grand Rapids to San Diego

Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19
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4:11 pm - 11:57 pmGRR  Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl-SAN San Diego
10h 46m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:25 am - 3:16 pmSAN  San Diego-GRR Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl
5h 51m1 stop Denver Intl
$246Frontier
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
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4:11 pm - 11:57 pmGRR  Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl-SAN San Diego
10h 46m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:25 am - 3:16 pmSAN  San Diego-GRR Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl
5h 51m1 stop Denver Intl
$246Frontier
Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Oct 7
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10:00 pm - 4:59 pmGRR  Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl-SAN San Diego
21h 59m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:54 pm - 3:08 pmSAN  San Diego-GRR Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl
18h 14m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$280Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
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7:04 am - 12:15 pmGRR  Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl-SAN San Diego
8h 11m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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7:15 am - 4:59 pmSAN  San Diego-GRR Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl
6h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$305American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
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7:00 am - 1:13 pmGRR  Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl-SAN San Diego
9h 13m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
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2:26 pm - 11:59 pmSAN  San Diego-GRR Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl
6h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$310United Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 9
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1:02 pm - 8:45 pmGRR  Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl-SAN San Diego
10h 43m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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10:40 pm - 9:10 amSAN  San Diego-GRR Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl
7h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$311American Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 19
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5:00 am - 9:32 amGRR  Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl-SAN San Diego
7h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:30 pm - 8:11 amSAN  San Diego-GRR Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl
6h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$311United Airlines
Thu, Feb 25 - Tue, Mar 2
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4:09 pm - 8:25 pmGRR  Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl-SAN San Diego
7h 16m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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8:00 am - 8:52 pmSAN  San Diego-GRR Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl
9h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$327Delta
Thu, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 17
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3:41 pm - 10:10 pmGRR  Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl-SAN San Diego
9h 29m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:15 am - 3:21 pmSAN  San Diego-GRR Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl
6h 06m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$327Delta
Thu, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 17
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7:00 am - 7:47 pmGRR  Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl-SAN San Diego
15h 47m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:25 am - 2:28 pmSAN  San Diego-GRR Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl
53h 03m2 stops Denver Intl Nashville Intl
$337Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Grand Rapids to San Diego flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Grand Rapids to San Diego start at $246. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $347 to $517. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $246 on Frontier.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Grand Rapids to San Diego, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 10% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Grand Rapids to San Diego?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Grand Rapids to San Diego at $338 round-trip.
  • March ($536) and April ($525) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 58% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Grand Rapids to San Diego the cheapest?

Flights from Grand Rapids to San Diego are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Grand Rapids to San Diego flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$129
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 7% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 13% lower on average.
Flight from Grand Rapids to San Diego

When to book flights from Grand Rapids to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Grand Rapids 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 Grand Rapids to San Diego flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Grand Rapids to San Diego usually depart from Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl (GRR) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Grand Rapids to San Diego?

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 51% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 17% on the Grand Rapids to San Diego route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $393 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $472, a difference of $79. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • 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.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 27% above the route average of $428. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Grand Rapids to San Diego?

    A nonstop flight from Grand Rapids to San Diego takes 0h 00m, covering 1,851 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Grand Rapids 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.

  • Have flight prices from Grand Rapids 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 $246 to $1,849. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Grand Rapids to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $193, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 40m, compared with 6h 51m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 6h 56m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

  • What is the time difference between Grand Rapids and San Diego?

    San Diego is 3 hours behind Grand Rapids (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Grand Rapids to San Diego flight?

    Round-trip flights from Grand Rapids to San Diego range from $347 to $517, with an average of $428 over the past 12 months. Anything below $347 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Grand Rapids to San Diego flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $393 - about $79 less than Sunday (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Grand Rapids to San Diego trip for January. Fares historically average $338 round-trip in that month - typically $198 less than the most expensive month, which is March (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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