Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Bay City?

Flights from San Diego to Bay City usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Bay City MBS Intl (MBS).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Diego to Bay City?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Diego to Bay City: • Economy Class • First Class

Which airports do connecting flights from San Diego to Bay City pass through?

Connecting flights from San Diego to Bay City most commonly pass through: • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 65% of one-stop connections • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 35% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Diego to Bay City?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 62% on flights from San Diego to Bay City. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $393 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,034, a difference of $641. 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 long is a flight from San Diego to Bay City?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Diego to Bay City. Flights with 1 layover take between 7h 21m and 7h 50m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego to Bay City?

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.

Have flight prices from San Diego to Bay City 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 $399 to $1,985. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from San Diego to Bay City looking right now?

One-way fares from San Diego to Bay City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $497, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 21m, compared with 7h 50m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

What is the time difference between San Diego and Bay City?

Bay City is 3 hours ahead of San Diego (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Bay City MBS Intl Airport (MBS)?

Bay City MBS Intl Airport (MBS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $78 for economy cars. Top options include: • Budget • Dollar • Alamo • Hertz • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

How much should I expect to pay for a San Diego to Bay City flight?

Round-trip flights from San Diego to Bay City range from $404 to $614, with an average of $489 over the past 12 months. Anything below $404 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from San Diego to Bay City typically range from $404 to $614. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $399, on Delta.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Bay City. It’s 20% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 111% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Diego to Bay City?

Delta ($399) and United Airlines ($399) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Diego to Bay City according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from San Diego to Bay City?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) is the most popular layover for the San Diego to Bay City route. 65% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ORD.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Diego to Bay City?

Flights via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $521. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Diego to Bay City which airport offers the shortest layover?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) had the shortest average connection time for San Diego to Bay City layovers at 4h 26m over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to Bay City

Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8

2:26 pm - 11:59 pmSAN San Diego-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

6h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:15 am - 3:12 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SAN San Diego

8h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$399United Airlines

Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14

6:15 am - 5:32 pmSAN San Diego-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

8h 17m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6:35 am - 10:27 amMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SAN San Diego

6h 52m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$399Delta

Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8

2:26 pm - 11:59 pmSAN San Diego-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

6h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:00 am - 1:24 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SAN San Diego

11h 24m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$404United Airlines

Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14

6:15 am - 5:32 pmSAN San Diego-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

8h 17m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

11:44 am - 9:19 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SAN San Diego

12h 35m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$404Delta

Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14

10:30 pm - 11:04 amSAN San Diego-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

9h 34m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

11:44 am - 9:19 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SAN San Diego

12h 35m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$409Delta

Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8

8:40 am - 11:59 pmSAN San Diego-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

12h 19m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:15 am - 5:15 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SAN San Diego

11h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl

$421United Airlines

Tue, Jan 12 - Sat, Jan 16

10:30 am - 8:20 pmSAN San Diego-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

6h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:00 am - 11:21 amMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SAN San Diego

9h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$519United Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9

10:30 am - 8:20 pmSAN San Diego-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

6h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:00 am - 11:21 amMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SAN San Diego

9h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$519United Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9

8:00 am - 11:59 pmSAN San Diego-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

12h 59m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:00 am - 11:21 amMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SAN San Diego

9h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$524United Airlines

Wed, Dec 23 - Fri, Dec 25

10:30 pm - 11:24 amSAN San Diego-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

9h 54m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

12:05 pm - 6:19 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SAN San Diego

9h 14m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$997Delta

Recent last minute flight deals from San Diego to Bay City

Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 17

10:25 pm - 11:01 amSAN San Diego-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

9h 36m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

11:41 am - 6:29 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SAN San Diego

9h 48m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$519Delta

Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 17

10:25 pm - 11:01 amSAN San Diego-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

9h 36m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

11:41 am - 10:34 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SAN San Diego

13h 53m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$524Delta

Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 17

1:18 pm - 10:27 pmSAN San Diego-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

6h 09m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

3:50 pm - 10:59 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SAN San Diego

10h 09m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Los Angeles

$554Delta

Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 17

10:25 pm - 3:06 pmSAN San Diego-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

13h 41m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

3:50 pm - 11:53 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SAN San Diego

11h 03m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Salt Lake City

$559Delta

Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 17

1:18 pm - 10:27 pmSAN San Diego-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

6h 09m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

11:41 am - 6:29 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SAN San Diego

9h 48m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$584Delta

Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 17

9:45 pm - 12:59 pmSAN San Diego-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

12h 14m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:35 am - 1:24 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SAN San Diego

34h 49m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Omaha Eppley Airfield Houston George Bush Intcntl

$745United Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 17

10:30 pm - 12:59 pmSAN San Diego-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

11h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:35 am - 11:27 amMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SAN San Diego

8h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

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Price, demand and travel trends for San Diego to Bay City flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Diego to Bay City? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Diego to Bay City departing in december.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Bay City?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Bay City. It’s 20% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 111% higher.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Diego to Bay City?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Diego to Bay City:

• Economy Class
• First Class
How long is a flight from San Diego to Bay City?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Diego to Bay City. Flights with 1 layover take between 7h 21m and 7h 50m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego to Bay City?
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 Bay City flight?
Round-trip flights from San Diego to Bay City range from $404 to $614, with an average of $489 over the past 12 months. Anything below $404 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from San Diego to Bay City 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 $399 to $1,985. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San Diego to Bay City looking right now?
One-way fares from San Diego to Bay City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $497, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Bay City MBS Intl Airport (MBS)?
Bay City MBS Intl Airport (MBS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $78 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Budget
• Dollar
• Alamo
• Hertz
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Bay City?
Flights from San Diego to Bay City usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Bay City MBS Intl (MBS).
Which airports do connecting flights from San Diego to Bay City pass through?
Connecting flights from San Diego to Bay City most commonly pass through:

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 65% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 35% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Diego to Bay City?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 62% on flights from San Diego to Bay City. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $393 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,034, a difference of $641.

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 Bay City?
Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 21m, compared with 7h 50m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).
What is the time difference between San Diego and Bay City?
Bay City is 3 hours ahead of San Diego (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $393, about $641 less than Monday fares (62% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Diego to Bay City trip for June. Fares historically average $429 round-trip in that month - typically $560 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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