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$57 Find Cheap Flights from Memphis to San Diego

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Memphis to San Diego departing on 2/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest round-trip
$118
Overall average: $446
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Fri 2/13Fri 2/20
MEM - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$57
Typical prices: $168-$368
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Fri 2/20
MEM - SAN • 1 stop
When to book
4 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 43% compared to booking last minute.
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September
Cheapest • 14% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Memphis to San Diego (MEM-SAN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Memphis to San Diego that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Memphis to San Diego

Fri, Feb 13 - Fri, Feb 20
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8:06 pm - 12:08 am
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30h 02m
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6:25 am - 7:11 pm
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10h 46m
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$118Frontier
Fri, Feb 27 - Sun, Mar 1
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8:06 pm - 11:28 am
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17h 22m
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6:25 am - 7:24 pm
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MEM
10h 59m
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$131Frontier
Mon, Feb 16 - Fri, Feb 20
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9:22 pm - 8:24 pm
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25h 02m
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8:35 am - 7:11 pm
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MEM
8h 36m
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$138Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 27 - Sun, Mar 1
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8:06 pm - 7:53 pm
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25h 47m
2 stops
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6:25 am - 7:24 pm
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MEM
10h 59m
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$162Frontier
Sun, Feb 1 - Thu, Feb 5
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3:12 pm - 12:08 am
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10h 56m
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11:49 am - 2:17 pm
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MEM
24h 28m
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$163Frontier
Mon, Jan 26 - Mon, Feb 2
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3:12 pm - 12:08 am
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SAN
10h 56m
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6:30 am - 2:17 pm
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MEM
5h 47m
1 stop
$170Frontier
Fri, Feb 13 - Fri, Feb 20
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8:06 pm - 7:53 pm
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SAN
25h 47m
2 stops
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6:25 am - 7:11 pm
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10h 46m
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$171Frontier
Mon, Mar 9 - Mon, Mar 16
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8:07 pm - 12:09 am
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30h 02m
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9:18 pm - 7:40 pm
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MEM
20h 22m
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$175Frontier
Sun, Feb 8 - Fri, Feb 13
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3:12 pm - 12:08 am
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10h 56m
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8:35 am - 7:11 pm
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8h 36m
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$176Frontier
Sun, Feb 1 - Thu, Feb 5
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3:12 pm - 12:08 am
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SAN
10h 56m
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11:10 am - 12:31 pm
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23h 21m
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$177Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Memphis to San Diego flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Memphis to San Diego to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Memphis to San Diego?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Memphis to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Memphis to San Diego is September, where tickets cost $349 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and February, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $482 and $446 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Memphis to San Diego?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Memphis to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Memphis to San Diego, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 43% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$57
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Memphis to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Memphis to San Diego based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking flights from Memphis to San Diego

  • How can I get to downtown San Diego from San Diego International Airport?

    Downtown San Diego is about 20min from the Airport by bus, so you can easily take the city bus or town shuttles. The San Diego International Airport (SAN) has launched a free electric shuttle bus service for passengers that offers transport to the Old Town Transit Center. These vehicles are available every day of the week, taking about 30min between each trip.

  • Are there services for mothers with babies at MEM?

    Yes, there are. Nursing mothers can wait for their flight in comfort and feed their children peacefully at the rooms set aside for them close to gates 4, 6, 10, 12, 13 and 15. You can also use the two family rooms located close to the checkpoints. The rooms are fitted with changing stations, cozy chairs, and charging ports for the electric pumps.

  • What kind of special services does SAN offer?

    In addition to the usual services such as shops and restaurants, San Diego International Airport features the largest USO center in the world, where members of the military and their families can relax while waiting for their flight. Moreover, there is artwork on display at both terminals together with a meditation room to help you relax.

  • Is there a special area for children at MEM?

    Yes, there is. MEM understands that children will need something to keep them occupied before boarding. The airport has therefore set aside a play area that can be found close to Gate 7, before getting to the rotunda.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Memphis to San Diego?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Memphis to San Diego was $57 for a one-way ticket and $118 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Memphis and San Diego?

    No

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Memphis to San Diego?

    When flying out of Memphis you will be using Memphis. You will be landing at San Diego, also known as San Diego.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Memphis to San Diego?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Memphis to San Diego?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Memphis and San Diego, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Memphis to San Diego, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Memphis to San Diego are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $428 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $406 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Memphis to San Diego?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Memphis to San Diego.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Memphis to San Diego?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Diego from Memphis is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Memphis to San Diego?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Diego with an airline and back to Memphis with another airline. Booking your flights between Memphis and SAN can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Memphis to San Diego?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Diego from Memphis up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Memphis to San Diego

  • The Memphis International Airport (MEM) is the primary international airport in Memphis serving thousands of passengers. Memphis International Airport has only one lounge, the Delta Sky Lounge. There you can be served alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages and snacks. For entertainment, they offer Wi-Fi and screens to watch television.
  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) is 3 miles northwest of Downtown San Diego, California. In Terminal 2, passengers can relax at the Aspire Lounge if they have flown in using either Spirit, Delta, or American Airlines. There are a number of services that you can enjoy as you recline, rest, and take it easy. You get to use the free Wi-Fi, freshen up in the showers, use the business areas if you need to work, and grab something to eat or drink.
  • There is no direct flight from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to San Diego International Airport (SAN). The flight will have at least one stop. The most popular layover city is Las Vegas. American, Delta, and Spirit Airlines are some of the airlines that offer the stopover to San Diego.
  • The flight can be a bit long, so pack something to keep you occupied for the few hours or enjoy the library of movies, music, TV shows, and more on your phone, tablet, or laptop. All the entertainment is free to watch on Delta, American Airlines, and Spirit Airlines.
  • There are free dedicated shuttle buses at San Diego International Airport that run continuously to ferry customers to the car rental area from the terminals. All pick-ups from car rental companies in San Diego happen at the Consolidated Rental CBar ay.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Memphis to San Diego

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Memphis to San Diego. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4257 reviews
7.0Food
7.5Entertainment
8.1Boarding
8.6Crew
8.0Comfort
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3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Jan 2026
SFO - SAN
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3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

The flight crew was extremely rude and especially not helpful when our flight was delayed.

The boarding and seat assignment system no longer works for me, but I know it is being replaced. Otherwise, I am good with the overall experience.

The lead steward kept singing about "San Francisco" and hotel California---more annoying than humorous....needs work. Flight was smooth and on time.

Still a fan of open seating. Flight was on schedule and arrived on time. The 737 MAX is very comfortable.

San Diego airport is brand new, spacious, airy and very smooth checkin at SW baggage drop.

Ever since Southwest starting charging for bags, passengers don't want to pay to check their bags, so the gate agents have to beg people to check their roller bags now because there's "not enough space". This was a terrible business move by Southwest.

Delays delays delays. Late taking off, late landing, wait for a gate, etc.

Connecting flight is on time and boarding was a breeze!

Very smooth checking in our luggage with a super pleasant SW agent. I enjoyed a fun entertaining movie.

I really liked the legroom. I am 6’4”.a at For some reason our seats were not together and using the app to fix it didn’t work. Passengers were nice enough to move for us but you should absolutely ensure a parent sits with their child.

It would’ve been nice for all that money to have a more substantial snack for free. I remember once upon a time getting a very nice turkey sandwich with Swiss cheese on whole wheat bread for no charge along with a drink. I guess those days are gone. it’s a little insulting being given a cookie or a bag of baked chips Going forward I’ll just bring my own.

Staff were friendly and happy. Delta could make sure passengers that don't have the app know of changes. Without Kayak I would not have known about the change of gate or the delay. Kayak was faster to notify me.

They changed planes and the new plane couldn’t carry enough fuel to fly across the country so we had to stop in Kansas City to refuel. Flight was delayed .

Flight was too crowded and seats are too small, especially since passengrs are getting larger. Having a middle seat is ALWAYS tough! Woman on my left was large & kept creeping in to my space. Flight personnel were great! Have more savory rather than sweet snacks please.

The crew took good care of us. The flight from ATL to SFO is a longer one, and there were multiple beverage offerings. I like the 757's that Delta uses. Good airplane that is comfortable. I do wish Delta would separate Priority boarding from the better seats. I would gladly take a smaller seat in an open row than be jammed into Comfort just to get priority boarding, just to make sure I don't have to check a bag.

Gate agent rushed to fill hot jetway with crowd so it took over 12 minutes to go from gate to plane. Just like a discount airline Pooly prepared cabin and third time that claim of rough air prevented any cabin service. Friends on a Southwest flight at similar time had service.

I was uncomfortably cold on the plane. Other than that it was uneventful and therefore as enjoyable as a plane ride can be.

Food was surprisingly good but the WiFi was not great

My flight was extremely cold. I had a jacket and a cover was left in each seat. The cover was extremely thin and I have a disability, fibromyalgia and arthrithis and AC air is the worst. I closed my vent and my husbands vent and it still was frigid. I asked the attendant if I could get another cover and she quickly almost dismissively and totally unconcerned stating, (I quote) (one per chair) and walked off so quickly that I didn't get a chance to explain to her that I literally have adisability. I didnt want to make a seen so I set on that flight for over 5 hours in pain, joints locking up and extremely uncomfortable. When my fibromyalgia flares up my joints not only ache but they will lock up also and it takes me days to get back to my regular self even though I take medication for it. I felt like it would not have hurt anyone at all for her to just give me an extra cover because I'm sure they have all types of medical issues in people that fly every day.

Yet another flight in which beverage and snack service was skipped. Other that that, firmly mediocre. Landed early, to gate late due to congestion at the gates. Airline's fault or airports fault: unknown.

Teeny tiny bathrooms, crew was not realistic about when we'd arrive.

The staff was hospitable and professional. The seat had a bit of wear. The winner shade was stuck 1/4 open. I received the best of both worlds. The morning sun was able to come in and blind the screen i was trying to use while at the same time it was too low to look out and enjoy the view. Rather embarrassing for a 1st class ticket.

Unbelievably poor service from flight attendants. They didn’t even do water service on a four hour flight. Just disrespectful.

Flight was late - I was downgraded from first class to coach

United needs to step up their game. Delayed flight leaving Seattle, San Francisco. Older aircraft, not very comfortable.

Plane boarded early a quickly, was mostly full. We left close to on time. And landed early.

7 hours delayed due to operational issues on United’s end. Basically laziness.

Flight was timely, relatively comfortable, with decent entertainment and food served. Only problem encountered was with the free messaging which I highly appreciate, but it did not work from iphone to non-iphones.

Trip was great. A wild landing in Ottawa with the wind and rain, but the pilot did a great job. Always love flying United.👍

Everything about the flight was lovely. My only suggestion would be to offer a few more options of tv series from Apple TV or HBO.

After the door had been closed, the cockpit makes an announcement that catering is running late and it is not the airline's fault. It is their fault in the sense that we had to sit for 2 hours or more when we could have stayed in the terminal. Poor communications between catering and airline. This caused a young man to lose his temper and he went storming out hitting objects. He had complained to the gate agent that he had already waited at the gate 7 hours and when can the airplane leave? Airilnes do a poor job of explaining delays, maintenance issues, etc. whereas being truthful may gain more sympathy or understanding.

We were told the flight was delayed 5 times, then it was moved to the next day.

The experience with American Airlines was good, although the Philippines Airlines flight was much better (better seats, better food, better entertainment options, overall better). Again, the MIA to LAX flight was fine, but nothing in comparison to the comfort and accommodations of the Philippines Airlines flight from LAX to MNL.

Loved the crew . Absolutely no complaints. Except for luggage lost

Wish some foods provided rather than just biscuit/cookie for flight more than 2 hours

We are too tired and frustrated to comment politely at this point

The flight crew was rude. We were in first class and no one even offered water until an hour after we were in the air. Horrible experience

Great. Quick and quiet and east. The breakfast choices were a welcome surprise!

The stewardess hit me with the food kart twice on the head and didn't say I'm sorry once. The same stewardess gave me a warm Apple Juice with No ice. The Flight was delayed for Departure 6 times, starting from 2:36pm, finally taking off 7:50pm. I was late picking up my child from the sitter by 3 hours.

Once again, the staff seem to think they are above the customers and treat everyone with disdain, belittling people.

Flight was canceled 8 hours before departure for lack of operational control and prepositioning of a plane. Then had the audacity to say it was because of weather, however there was no weather here in California or New Orleans or in between. It was the weather in Florida, Florida it had nothing to do with our flight path just the plane was supposed to fly us. 8 hours is more than enough time to move a plane anywhere in the US. That left me with a bill of 1200 dollars to re book a flight oh and kayaks insurance what a joke. Probably will never use kayak or spirit ever again terrible companies terrible customer service. I’ll also let everyone and anyone know this was an abomination and only for the customer. Also will be making a report to the DOT on bad business practices on behalf of kayak and spirit as well as the BBB. Do better, take care of your customers and don’t suck

The airplane had a strange noise that was constant throughout the flight. Thankfully I had noise-cancelling over-ear headphones that muted much of it.

it was terrible. flight was cancelled hours before the flight without a given reason and no other booking available .

The plane was freezing and everyone had on their winter coats. I pulled out my sweaters out of my carryon to cover myself and put on an extra pair of socks. They offered NO FREE drinks or snacks on a 6 hour flight. The seats don’t have plugs or charges or any form of entertainment- so I just played my one downloaded game on my phone because I couldn’t sleep because I was too cold. Miserable flight though we landed safely.

Always comes in handy when I want a quick weekend getaway.

My luggage didn’t arrive at LAX, so that wasn’t a good experience.

I was never aware that I had to pay $100 per luggage to them on the plane that are simply carry-ons. This is discriminatory and I’m going to be alerting my entire family and friends and my Instagram following up over 75,000 of this issue and misunderstanding, including mismanaging.

Cancelled my flight last minute and did not help me rebook. It was a horrible experience.

Late departure by 1:45min. No explanation why. During boarding inconsistent policing of their baggage rules. Before takeoff and lamdimg strange obsession with window shade and armrest positions. Don't know why they care. 15 min tarmac delay on arrival, they blamed airport congestion but we were the o lh flight waiting, it was clear it was due to poor staff planning (only one ground crew to receive airplanes and multiple arrivals) Got there but was rrally lame the whole trip.

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