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Cheapest round-trip
$313
Typical prices: $391-$498
Alaska Airlines
Tue 1/23Tue 1/30
HLN - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$207
Typical prices: $279-$393
Alaska Airlines
Sat 12/8
HLN - SAN • 1 stop
When to travel
Cheapest • 27% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $428 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Helena to San Diego (HLN-SAN)

 

Cheap flights from Helena to San Diego with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Sat, Jan 23 - Sat, Jan 30
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5:00 pm - 9:16 amHLN  Helena-SAN San Diego
17h 16m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:16 am - 4:23 pmSAN  San Diego-HLN Helena
9h 07m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$313Alaska Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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4:49 pm - 9:17 pmHLN  Helena-SAN San Diego
5h 28m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:15 am - 4:12 pmSAN  San Diego-HLN Helena
8h 57m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$325Alaska Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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4:49 pm - 9:17 pmHLN  Helena-SAN San Diego
5h 28m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:15 am - 4:12 pmSAN  San Diego-HLN Helena
8h 57m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$353Alaska Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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4:49 pm - 9:17 pmHLN  Helena-SAN San Diego
5h 28m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:12 am - 4:12 pmSAN  San Diego-HLN Helena
8h 00m2 stops San Francisco Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$364Alaska Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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4:49 pm - 9:17 pmHLN  Helena-SAN San Diego
5h 28m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:15 am - 4:12 pmSAN  San Diego-HLN Helena
8h 57m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$367Alaska Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Sat, Jan 30
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5:00 pm - 9:16 amHLN  Helena-SAN San Diego
17h 16m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:16 pm - 4:23 pmSAN  San Diego-HLN Helena
23h 07m2 stops San Francisco Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$373Alaska Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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4:49 pm - 4:40 pmHLN  Helena-SAN San Diego
24h 51m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Sacramento Intl
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6:15 am - 4:12 pmSAN  San Diego-HLN Helena
8h 57m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$386Alaska Airlines
Mon, Mar 29 - Tue, Mar 30
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12:50 pm - 6:46 pmHLN  Helena-SAN San Diego
6h 56m1 stop Salt Lake City
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5:00 pm - 10:41 pmSAN  San Diego-HLN Helena
4h 41m1 stop Salt Lake City
$525Delta
Mon, Mar 29 - Tue, Mar 30
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12:50 pm - 6:55 pmHLN  Helena-SAN San Diego
7h 05m2 stops Salt Lake City Los Angeles
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6:15 am - 12:24 pmSAN  San Diego-HLN Helena
5h 09m1 stop Salt Lake City
$530Delta
Thu, Apr 8 - Sun, Apr 11
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5:45 am - 9:06 amHLN  Helena-SAN San Diego
4h 21m1 stop Salt Lake City
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6:15 am - 12:24 pmSAN  San Diego-HLN Helena
5h 09m1 stop Salt Lake City
$545Delta

Price, demand and travel trends for Helena to San Diego flights

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

Round-trip flights from Helena to San Diego typically range from $391 to $498. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $313, on Alaska Airlines.

Key details for Helena to San Diego flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$207
The most popular month to fly with an average 329% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Helena to San Diego

When to book flights from Helena to San Diego

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Helena to San Diego.

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

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Helena to San Diego. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 04m and 7h 19m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    Round-trip flights from Helena to San Diego range from $391 to $498, with an average of $448 over the past 12 months. Anything below $391 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Helena 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 $313 to $2,466. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Helena to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $304, which is 19% 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 starting from around $14 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Payless
    • Europcar
    • Thrifty
    • Fox

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

    Flights from Helena to San Diego usually depart from Helena (HLN) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

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

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

    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 75% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from Helena to San Diego. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $348 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $528, a difference of $180.

    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 Helena to San Diego?

    Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 04m, compared with 6h via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and 7h 19m via Denver Intl (DEN).

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

    San Diego is 1 hour behind Helena (Pacific Time vs Mountain 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 Helena 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average $348, about $180 less than Saturday fares (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Helena to San Diego trip for December. Fares historically average $328 round-trip in that month - typically $347 less than the most expensive month, which is May (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 Helena to San Diego

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