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Cheapest round-trip
$257
Typical prices: $383-$591
American Airlines
Fri 1/26Fri 2/2
LAN - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$364
Typical prices: $388-$472
Delta
Wed 12/12
LAN - SAN • 2 stops
When to travel
October
Cheapest • 22% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Cheapest • Avg $470 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 7h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lansing to San Diego (LAN-SAN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Lansing to San Diego

Tue, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 2
American Airlines Logo
5:22 am - 9:21 amLAN  Lansing Capital City-SAN San Diego
6h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
1:59 pm - 11:55 pmSAN  San Diego-LAN Lansing Capital City
6h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$257American Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 2
Delta Logo
5:15 am - 2:39 pmLAN  Lansing Capital City-SAN San Diego
12h 24m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Delta Logo
12:25 pm - 11:56 pmSAN  San Diego-LAN Lansing Capital City
8h 31m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$282Delta
Tue, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 2
Delta Logo
11:53 am - 10:58 pmLAN  Lansing Capital City-SAN San Diego
14h 05m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Los Angeles
Delta Logo
10:20 pm - 11:13 amSAN  San Diego-LAN Lansing Capital City
9h 53m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$287Delta
Tue, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 2
American Airlines Logo
5:22 am - 3:34 pmLAN  Lansing Capital City-SAN San Diego
13h 12m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
9:28 am - 11:55 pmSAN  San Diego-LAN Lansing Capital City
11h 27m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$409American Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 2
American Airlines Logo
5:22 am - 10:52 amLAN  Lansing Capital City-SAN San Diego
8h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
9:28 am - 11:55 pmSAN  San Diego-LAN Lansing Capital City
11h 27m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$420American Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Tue, Dec 15
Delta Logo
6:17 pm - 10:15 pmLAN  Lansing Capital City-SAN San Diego
6h 58m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 5:37 pmSAN  San Diego-LAN Lansing Capital City
8h 22m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$431Delta
Tue, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 2
American Airlines Logo
5:22 am - 9:21 amLAN  Lansing Capital City-SAN San Diego
6h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
1:59 pm - 11:55 pmSAN  San Diego-LAN Lansing Capital City
6h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$431American Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
Breeze Airways Logo
9:37 am - 11:52 amLAN  Lansing Capital City-SAN San Diego
29h 15m2 stops Orlando Raleigh-Durham
Breeze Airways Logo
1:13 pm - 2:27 pmSAN  San Diego-LAN Lansing Capital City
22h 14m3 stops Norfolk Providence-TFGreen Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
$1,278Breeze Airways
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
Breeze Airways Logo
9:37 am - 11:52 amLAN  Lansing Capital City-SAN San Diego
29h 15m2 stops Orlando Raleigh-Durham
Breeze Airways Logo
1:13 pm - 2:27 pmSAN  San Diego-LAN Lansing Capital City
22h 14m3 stops Norfolk Providence-TFGreen Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
$1,298Breeze Airways
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
Breeze Airways Logo
9:37 am - 11:52 amLAN  Lansing Capital City-SAN San Diego
29h 15m2 stops Orlando Raleigh-Durham
Breeze Airways Logo
1:13 pm - 2:27 pmSAN  San Diego-LAN Lansing Capital City
22h 14m3 stops Norfolk Providence-TFGreen Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
$1,348Breeze Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Lansing to San Diego flights

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

Round-trip flights from Lansing to San Diego typically range from $383 to $591. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $257, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lansing to San Diego. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 15% higher.

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

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Lansing to San Diego at $358 round-trip.
•August ($748) and April ($575) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 108% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Lansing to San Diego flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$257
Beat the crowds with an average 54% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 64% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Lansing to San Diego

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

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

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

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Lansing to San Diego. Flights with 1 layover take between 7h 32m and 7h 45m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    Round-trip flights from Lansing to San Diego range from $383 to $591, with an average of $458 over the past 12 months. Anything below $383 counts as a good deal.

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

    One-way fares from Lansing to San Diego are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $421.

  • 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 Lansing to San Diego?

    Flights from Lansing to San Diego usually depart from Lansing Capital City (LAN) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

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

    Connecting flights from Lansing to San Diego most commonly pass through:

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 55% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 45% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Lansing to San Diego. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $418 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $528, a difference of $110.

    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 Lansing to San Diego?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 32m, compared with 7h 45m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

    San Diego is 3 hours behind Lansing (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 Lansing 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $418, about $110 less than Saturday fares (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lansing to San Diego trip for October. Fares historically average $358 round-trip in that month - typically $390 less than the most expensive month, which is August (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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