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Cheapest round-trip
$157
Typical prices: $209-$367
Alaska Airlines
Sun 9/23Fri 9/28
SAN - BOI • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$76
Typical prices: $131-$248
Frontier
Sun 9/30
SAN - BOI • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Southwest and Alaska Airlines. Average duration is 2h 18m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 55% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 37% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $176 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Boise (SAN-BOI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to Boise

Wed, Sep 23 - Mon, Sep 28
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:58 pm - 8:20 pmSAN  San Diego-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
2h 22mnonstop
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6:49 pm - 8:19 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SAN San Diego
2h 30mnonstop
$157Alaska Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 11
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7:03 pm - 10:31 pmSAN  San Diego-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
2h 28mnonstop
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6:43 pm - 8:03 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SAN San Diego
2h 20mnonstop
$157Alaska Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 17
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10:10 am - 1:20 pmSAN  San Diego-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
2h 10mnonstop
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1:35 pm - 2:50 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SAN San Diego
2h 15mnonstop
$157Southwest
Mon, Sep 28 - Wed, Sep 30
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6:30 am - 9:50 amSAN  San Diego-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
2h 20mnonstop
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6:25 am - 7:40 amBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SAN San Diego
2h 15mnonstop
$157Southwest
Wed, Sep 23 - Mon, Sep 28
Frontier Logo
5:54 pm - 1:55 pmSAN  San Diego-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
19h 01m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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2:50 pm - 4:59 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SAN San Diego
27h 09m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$168Frontier
Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 8
Frontier Logo
9:03 pm - 1:55 pmSAN  San Diego-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
15h 52m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
2:50 pm - 7:49 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SAN San Diego
5h 59m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$168Frontier
Sat, Oct 3 - Mon, Oct 5
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3:00 pm - 10:59 pmSAN  San Diego-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
6h 59m1 stop Los Angeles
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4:00 pm - 7:13 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SAN San Diego
4h 13m1 stop Los Angeles
$177Delta
Wed, Oct 7 - Thu, Oct 8
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3:00 pm - 11:04 pmSAN  San Diego-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
7h 04m1 stop Los Angeles
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7:03 am - 10:17 amBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SAN San Diego
4h 14m1 stop Los Angeles
$177Delta
Thu, Jan 14 - Sun, Jan 17
United Airlines Logo
9:30 am - 3:03 pmSAN  San Diego-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
4h 33m1 stop San Francisco
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4:05 pm - 10:42 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SAN San Diego
7h 37m1 stop San Francisco
$202United Airlines
Mon, Sep 28 - Wed, Sep 30
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3:56 pm - 11:59 pmSAN  San Diego-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
7h 03m1 stop San Francisco
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6:50 pm - 12:31 amBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-SAN San Diego
6h 41m1 stop San Francisco
$257United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Diego to Boise flights

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

Round-trip flights from San Diego to Boise start at $157. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $209 to $367. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $157 on Alaska Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Boise, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 20% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Boise at $178 round-trip.
  • November ($357) and April ($330) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 100% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San Diego to Boise the cheapest?

Flights from San Diego to Boise are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 55% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on Alaska Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Blane Bachelor

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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Key details for San Diego to Boise flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$76
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 8% increase in price.
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Your San Diego to Boise flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • How can I fly from SAN to BOI?

    Alaska Airlines and Southwest Airlines are among the carriers that offer non-stop flights between SAN and BOI. Delta, United Airlines, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and other carriers operate one stop flights between SAN and BOI. Layover cities include Salt Lake City (SLC), San Francisco (SFO), Los Angeles (LAX), Denver (DEN), Seattle (SEA), and Phoenix (PHX).

  • Does SAN offer any facilities for nursing parents?

    SAN provides three lactation rooms that offer privacy and cleanliness for lactating parents who wish to nurse in private or need to pump. These rooms feature comfortable seating, a children's seat, soft lighting, artwork, electrical outlets, and a hand-washing station. Two of these rooms are located in terminal 1, one in the West Rotunda and one in the East Rotunda. Another room is located in terminal 2 near gate 34.

  • Are there therapy dogs at SAN?

    Through the Ready, Pet, GO program, therapy dogs and their handlers roam Departures at SAN, hoping to comfort any passengers that might be feeling anxious, stressed, bereaved, or confused. You can identify these dogs by their blue vests that say “Pet Me.” Passengers are very much encouraged to pet, cuddle, and smooch these dogs.

  • How can I get from BOI into Boise?

    From BOI, you can catch a bus into downtown Boise to South Capitol Boulevard & West River Street. Bus 3 will get you there in about 11 minutes and Bus 4 can get you there in about twice that time. You can also book a ride online with Jayride Private Transfers. Once the Jayride town car picks you up at BOI, the journey into Boise will take approximately 8 minutes. Also, the Boise Taxi Company often takes fares from BOI airport into Boise.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on San Diego to Boise flights?

    Among airlines operating San Diego to Boise flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection
    • Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from San Diego to Boise?

    2 airlines operate flights between San Diego and Boise. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Southwest
    • Alaska Airlines

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

    Flights from San Diego to Boise usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld (BOI).

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

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

    • Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Diego to Boise?

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

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $176 round-trip via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX), compared to $280 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from San Diego to Boise?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

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

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

    • San Francisco (SFO) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 7% of one-stop connections

    San Francisco (SFO) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the San Diego to Boise route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 25%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $257 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $341: a $84 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from San Diego to Boise spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on San Diego to Boise flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, evening flights for 25%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Boise?

    Some of the most popular sights in Boise are Boise Center, Idaho Central Arena and Boise River Greenbelt. These are among the most viewed places in Boise on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from San Diego to Boise?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Diego to Boise:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:30 am and lands at 8:48 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:50 pm and lands at 11:08 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 18m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 63% above the route average of $282. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from San Diego to Boise takes 2h 18m, covering 750 miles.

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

    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 are flight prices from San Diego to Boise looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Diego to Boise are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $82, which is 56% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via San Jose (SJC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 57m, compared with 4h 14m via Sacramento Intl (SMF) and 4h 26m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

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

    Boise is 1 hour ahead of San Diego (Mountain Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld Airport (BOI)?

    Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld Airport (BOI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Budget
    · Alamo
    · Hertz
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    · Avis

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Diego to Boise flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Diego to Boise range from $209 to $367, with an average of $282 over the past 12 months. Anything below $209 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on San Diego to Boise flights?

    Alaska Airlines is the only airline on the San Diego to Boise route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking San Diego to Boise flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $257 - about $84 less than Monday (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 55% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Diego to Boise trip for October. Fares historically average $178 round-trip in that month - typically $179 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport (PHX) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $176 round-trip on this route - about $104 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld Airport.
    - Ramada by Wyndham Boise
    - Hotel 28 Boise Airport, an Ascend Collection Hotel
    - Super 8 by Wyndham Boise
  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) is not a hub for any major airline; in fact, San Diego is the largest city in America without an airport serving as a hub. However, San Diego is a focus airport for Southwest Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Boise International Airport (BOI) is also a focus airport for Alaska Airlines, though BOI is not a hub.
  • BOI provides two areas for service animal relief. One is located before the security checkpoint, outside baggage claim, on the west side, first floor. The other service animal relief area is after the security checkpoint.
  • Consider visiting the Art Source Gallery at BOI, on the second floor of concourse B. This gallery features compelling artwork by Idaho artists.
  • If you choose to ride your bicycle to the airport, San Diego International Airport (SAN) offers two separate bicycle lockers. You may use the lockers at no charge, but you have to put down a refundable deposit. You may sign up to use the lockers online before your trip.
  • At SAN, you can save money by to making reservations online beforehand if you want to park at the airport, at either the terminal 1 parking lot or the terminal 2 parking plaza. There are also options to park off site, and most of these lots provide free shuttles to the terminals.

Prefer to fly direct from San Diego to Boise?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from San Diego Airport to Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Diego to Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

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Direct returns

Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld to San Diego

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

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