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Cheapest round-trip
$271
Typical prices: $422-$576
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Sat 1/27Mon 1/29
LNK - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$267
Typical prices: $279-$400
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Sun 12/30
LNK - SAN • 1 stop
When to travel
Cheapest • 28% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $430 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 40m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lincoln to San Diego (LNK-SAN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Lincoln to San Diego

Wed, Jan 27 - Fri, Jan 29
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2:50 pm - 12:35 pmLNK  Lincoln-SAN San Diego
23h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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4:22 pm - 2:10 pmSAN  San Diego-LNK Lincoln
19h 48m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$271Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Fri, Jan 29
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2:50 pm - 7:51 amLNK  Lincoln-SAN San Diego
19h 01m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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4:22 pm - 2:10 pmSAN  San Diego-LNK Lincoln
19h 48m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$329Multiple Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 10
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5:50 am - 11:21 amLNK  Lincoln-SAN San Diego
7h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:40 am - 4:19 pmSAN  San Diego-LNK Lincoln
5h 39m1 stop Denver Intl
$399United Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 10
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1:05 pm - 5:16 pmLNK  Lincoln-SAN San Diego
6h 11m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:32 pm - 10:58 pmSAN  San Diego-LNK Lincoln
6h 26m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
$404United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Thu, Feb 4
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1:05 pm - 5:16 pmLNK  Lincoln-SAN San Diego
6h 11m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:32 pm - 10:58 pmSAN  San Diego-LNK Lincoln
6h 26m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
$404United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Thu, Feb 4
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6:00 am - 1:49 pmLNK  Lincoln-SAN San Diego
9h 49m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
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2:32 pm - 10:58 pmSAN  San Diego-LNK Lincoln
6h 26m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
$409United Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 10
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6:00 am - 1:49 pmLNK  Lincoln-SAN San Diego
9h 49m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
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2:32 pm - 10:58 pmSAN  San Diego-LNK Lincoln
6h 26m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
$409United Airlines
Thu, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 20
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5:55 am - 11:08 amLNK  Lincoln-SAN San Diego
7h 13m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
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12:39 pm - 11:25 pmSAN  San Diego-LNK Lincoln
8h 46m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$409United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Thu, Feb 4
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9:20 am - 1:14 pmLNK  Lincoln-SAN San Diego
5h 54m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:45 am - 4:19 pmSAN  San Diego-LNK Lincoln
7h 34m1 stop Denver Intl
$419United Airlines
Thu, Dec 31 - Tue, Jan 12
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3:00 pm - 9:07 pmLNK  Lincoln-SAN San Diego
8h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:29 pm - 8:59 pmSAN  San Diego-LNK Lincoln
6h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$486American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Lincoln to San Diego flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lincoln to San Diego. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 88% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Lincoln to San Diego at $338 round-trip.
•July ($791) and April ($589) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 134% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Lincoln to San Diego flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$267
Beat the crowds with an average 49% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 89% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Lincoln to San Diego

When to book flights from Lincoln to San Diego

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

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

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

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Lincoln to San Diego. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 37m and 10h 49m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    Round-trip flights from Lincoln to San Diego range from $422 to $576, with an average of $468 over the past 12 months. Anything below $422 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Lincoln 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 $271 to $941. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Lincoln to San Diego are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $403, which is 18% above 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 Lincoln to San Diego?

    Flights from Lincoln to San Diego usually depart from Lincoln (LNK) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 84% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 53% on flights from Lincoln to San Diego. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $422 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $884, a difference of $462.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 37m, compared with 5h 40m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 6h 56m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

    San Diego is 2 hours behind Lincoln (Pacific Time vs Central 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 Lincoln 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $422, about $462 less than Sunday fares (52% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lincoln to San Diego trip for January. Fares historically average $338 round-trip in that month - typically $453 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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
    • Wyndham San Diego Bayside
    • Bay Club Hotel & Marina

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