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Cheapest round-trip
$439
Typical prices: $434-$629
United Airlines
Sun 1/7Fri 1/12
SAN - ANC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$210
Typical prices: $257-$501
United Airlines
Sat 12/15
SAN - ANC • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Diego and Anchorage. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
24 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 54% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 13% price drop
July
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Top layover airports
Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA)
Cheapest • Avg $488 (round-trip)
Salt Lake City (SLC)
Shortest trip • 7h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Anchorage (SAN-ANC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to Anchorage

Thu, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 12
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6:50 am - 7:29 pmSAN  San Diego-ANC Anchorage
13h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:00 am - 8:42 pmANC  Anchorage-SAN San Diego
10h 42m1 stop Denver Intl
$439United Airlines
Sun, Jan 24 - Sat, Jan 30
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6:50 am - 7:29 pmSAN  San Diego-ANC Anchorage
13h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:31 pm - 11:21 amANC  Anchorage-SAN San Diego
13h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$439United Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:43 pm - 6:21 amSAN  San Diego-ANC Anchorage
12h 38m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Fairbanks
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10:26 pm - 11:30 amANC  Anchorage-SAN San Diego
12h 04m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$443Alaska Airlines
Sun, Jan 24 - Sat, Jan 30
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8:36 am - 10:27 pmSAN  San Diego-ANC Anchorage
14h 51m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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9:25 am - 10:02 pmANC  Anchorage-SAN San Diego
11h 37m2 stops Fairbanks Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$444Alaska Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 12
United Airlines Logo
6:50 am - 7:29 pmSAN  San Diego-ANC Anchorage
13h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:00 am - 10:41 pmANC  Anchorage-SAN San Diego
12h 41m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
$446United Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:27 am - 8:51 pmSAN  San Diego-ANC Anchorage
12h 24m2 stops Reno Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:42 pm - 12:00 pmANC  Anchorage-SAN San Diego
12h 18m2 stops Fairbanks Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$450Alaska Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Sat, Dec 19
Delta Logo
6:47 pm - 1:45 amSAN  San Diego-ANC Anchorage
7h 58m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Delta Logo
6:07 am - 5:50 pmANC  Anchorage-SAN San Diego
10h 43m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$525Delta
Tue, Dec 15 - Sat, Dec 19
Delta Logo
3:52 pm - 11:28 pmSAN  San Diego-ANC Anchorage
8h 36m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Delta Logo
6:07 am - 5:50 pmANC  Anchorage-SAN San Diego
10h 43m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$525Delta
Sun, Dec 20 - Tue, Dec 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:56 pm - 5:34 amSAN  San Diego-ANC Anchorage
10h 38m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:02 pm - 1:50 pmANC  Anchorage-SAN San Diego
14h 48m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$552Multiple Airlines
Mon, Apr 19 - Thu, Apr 29
American Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 6:50 pmSAN  San Diego-ANC Anchorage
13h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
8:30 pm - 8:15 amANC  Anchorage-SAN San Diego
10h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$643American Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for San Diego to Anchorage 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 San Diego to Anchorage?

Round-trip flights from San Diego to Anchorage typically range from $434 to $629. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $439, on United Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Anchorage. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 21% higher.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Anchorage at $445 round-trip.
•November ($698) and February ($669) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 56% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San Diego to Anchorage the cheapest?

Flights from San Diego to Anchorage are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 54% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from San Diego to Anchorage

 
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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on SAN

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ANC

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Key details for San Diego to Anchorage flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$210
Beat the crowds with an average 61% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 122% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Diego to Anchorage

When to book flights from San Diego to Anchorage

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Diego to Anchorage based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San Diego to Anchorage 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 San Diego to Anchorage?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from San Diego to Anchorage:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from San Diego to Anchorage takes 00m, covering 2,448 miles.

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

    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 San Diego to Anchorage flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Diego to Anchorage range from $434 to $629, with an average of $514 over the past 12 months. Anything below $434 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 82% above the $514 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from San Diego to Anchorage?

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $477 round-trip and layover options via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) at $488.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from San Diego to Anchorage?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 9 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 variants.

  • Have flight prices from San Diego to Anchorage 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 $439 to $2,227. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Diego to Anchorage are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $327.

  • What car rental options are available at Anchorage Airport (ANC)?

    Anchorage Airport (ANC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $155 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Avis
    • NextCar
    • Alamo
    • Dollar

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

    Flights from San Diego to Anchorage usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Anchorage (ANC).

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

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

    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 57% of one-stop connections
    • Portland (PDX) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from San Diego to Anchorage. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $470 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $627, a difference of $157.

    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 San Diego to Anchorage?

    Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 14m, compared with 7h 20m via Portland (PDX) and 8h 10m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

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

    Anchorage is 1 hour behind San Diego (Alaska Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Anchorage?

    Some of the most popular sights in Anchorage are Alaska Railroad Depot, Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center and William A. Egan Civic & Convention Center. These are among the most viewed places in Anchorage on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on San Diego to Anchorage flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking San Diego to Anchorage 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 Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $470, about $157 less than Sunday fares (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 54% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Diego to Anchorage trip for April. Fares historically average $445 round-trip in that month - typically $253 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Anchorage Airport.

    • Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
    • Alex Hotel and Suites Anchorage Airport
    • Coast Inn at Lake Hood

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