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Cheapest round-trip
$399
Typical prices: $378-$562
American Airlines
Thu 12/20Fri 12/28
MDT - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$200
Typical prices: $268-$457
American Airlines
Thu 12/20
MDT - SAN • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Harrisburg and San Diego. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
22 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 33% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 28% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $371 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 7h 36m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Harrisburg to San Diego (MDT-SAN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Harrisburg to San Diego

Tue, Jan 26 - Mon, Feb 1
American Airlines Logo
6:26 am - 1:09 pmMDT  Harrisburg-SAN San Diego
9h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:36 am - 7:52 pmSAN  San Diego-MDT Harrisburg
9h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$399American Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 2
American Airlines Logo
12:51 pm - 8:54 pmMDT  Harrisburg-SAN San Diego
11h 03m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
10:10 pm - 10:19 amSAN  San Diego-MDT Harrisburg
9h 09m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$399American Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Sun, Feb 7
United Airlines Logo
5:40 pm - 10:37 pmMDT  Harrisburg-SAN San Diego
7h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:45 pm - 9:45 amSAN  San Diego-MDT Harrisburg
9h 00m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$399United Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Mon, Feb 1
United Airlines Logo
2:59 pm - 8:34 pmMDT  Harrisburg-SAN San Diego
8h 35m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 8:49 pmSAN  San Diego-MDT Harrisburg
7h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$399United Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Fri, Nov 27
American Airlines Logo
1:57 pm - 9:45 pmMDT  Harrisburg-SAN San Diego
10h 48m1 stop Philadelphia
American Airlines Logo
10:35 pm - 8:37 amSAN  San Diego-MDT Harrisburg
7h 02m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$399American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 2
United Airlines Logo
2:38 pm - 8:33 pmMDT  Harrisburg-SAN San Diego
8h 55m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:45 pm - 9:40 amSAN  San Diego-MDT Harrisburg
8h 55m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$399United Airlines
Sun, Jan 17 - Wed, Jan 27
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:33 amMDT  Harrisburg-SAN San Diego
7h 33m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
7:30 am - 11:45 pmSAN  San Diego-MDT Harrisburg
13h 15m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$463Delta
Sun, Jan 17 - Wed, Jan 27
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:03 pm - 9:22 amMDT  Harrisburg-SAN San Diego
22h 19m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:33 pmSAN  San Diego-MDT Harrisburg
12h 33m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$871Alaska Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Mon, Nov 30
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:57 pm - 8:48 amMDT  Harrisburg-SAN San Diego
21h 51m2 stops Philadelphia Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 7:25 pmSAN  San Diego-MDT Harrisburg
22h 25m2 stops Portland Chicago O'Hare Intl
$878Alaska Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
Delta Logo
12:09 pm - 6:29 pmMDT  Harrisburg-SAN San Diego
9h 20m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
10:59 am - 11:50 pmSAN  San Diego-MDT Harrisburg
9h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$934Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg to San Diego?

Round-trip flights from Harrisburg to San Diego typically range from $378 to $562. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $399, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg to San Diego. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 67% higher.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Harrisburg to San Diego at $331 round-trip.
•December ($588) and June ($578) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 77% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Harrisburg to San Diego the cheapest?

Flights from Harrisburg to San Diego are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 33% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Harrisburg to San Diego flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$200
Beat the crowds with an average 21% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 25% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Harrisburg to San Diego

When to book flights from Harrisburg to San Diego

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Harrisburg to San Diego takes 00m, covering 2,283 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Harrisburg to San Diego range from $378 to $562, with an average of $459 over the past 12 months. Anything below $378 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 14% above the $459 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Harrisburg 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 $399 to $2,238. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Harrisburg to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $332, which is 5% 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
    • Europcar
    • Payless
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty

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

    Flights from Harrisburg to San Diego usually depart from Harrisburg (MDT) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 58% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 47% on flights from Harrisburg to San Diego. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $408 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $768, a difference of $360.

    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 Harrisburg to San Diego?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 36m, compared with 7h 53m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 8h 02m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

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

    San Diego is 3 hours behind Harrisburg (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 Harrisburg 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 Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $408, about $360 less than Sunday fares (47% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 33% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Harrisburg to San Diego trip for April. Fares historically average $331 round-trip in that month - typically $257 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
    • Wyndham San Diego Bayside

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