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

Flights from San Diego to Cuenca usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Cuenca (CUE).

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

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

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

On the San Diego to Cuenca route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 75%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $489 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,921: a $1,432 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego to Cuenca?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from San Diego to Cuenca 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 $860 to $3,074. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between San Diego and Cuenca?

Cuenca is 2 hours ahead of San Diego (Ecuador Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Cuenca Airport (CUE)?

Cuenca Airport (CUE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $13 for economy cars. Top options include: · Fox · Europcar · Sixt · Localiza · Budget

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Mon, Nov 2 - Sat, Nov 14

7:00 am - 8:35 pmSAN San Diego-CUE Cuenca

34h 35m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Quito Mariscal Sucr

7:45 am - 12:54 pmCUE Cuenca-SAN San Diego

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$860Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Sat, Nov 14

7:00 am - 10:21 amSAN San Diego-CUE Cuenca

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10:55 am - 12:54 pmCUE Cuenca-SAN San Diego

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$875Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 28

12:04 pm - 7:40 pmSAN San Diego-CUE Cuenca

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9:20 pm - 10:59 amCUE Cuenca-SAN San Diego

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$902Multiple Airlines

Mon, Mar 1 - Sat, Mar 20

8:00 am - 8:35 pmSAN San Diego-CUE Cuenca

33h 35m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Quito Mariscal Sucr

7:45 am - 1:47 pmCUE Cuenca-SAN San Diego

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$1,032Multiple Airlines

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12:55 pm - 7:05 pmSAN San Diego-CUE Cuenca

27h 10m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Bogotá El Dorado Quito Mariscal Sucr

7:45 am - 11:57 amCUE Cuenca-SAN San Diego

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$1,701Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Fri, Nov 20

6:15 am - 6:55 amSAN San Diego-CUE Cuenca

21h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Quito Mariscal Sucr

11:05 am - 11:38 amCUE Cuenca-SAN San Diego

27h 33m2 stops Quito Mariscal Sucr Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,938LATAM Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 28

12:04 pm - 6:55 amSAN San Diego-CUE Cuenca

16h 51m3 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Salvador El Salvador Intl Quito Mariscal Sucr

9:20 pm - 10:59 amCUE Cuenca-SAN San Diego

15h 39m2 stops Quito Mariscal Sucr Houston George Bush Intcntl

$2,623Avianca

Mon, Nov 16 - Fri, Nov 20

6:15 am - 6:55 amSAN San Diego-CUE Cuenca

21h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Quito Mariscal Sucr

10:06 pm - 11:38 amCUE Cuenca-SAN San Diego

16h 32m2 stops Quito Mariscal Sucr Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$3,063LATAM Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Fri, Nov 20

6:15 am - 6:55 amSAN San Diego-CUE Cuenca

21h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Quito Mariscal Sucr

11:05 am - 9:49 amCUE Cuenca-SAN San Diego

25h 44m2 stops Quito Mariscal Sucr Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$3,074LATAM Airlines

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Diego to Cuenca?

LATAM Airlines ($1,938) and Avianca ($2,623) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Diego to Cuenca according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Cuenca?
Flights from San Diego to Cuenca usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Cuenca (CUE).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Diego to Cuenca?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Diego to Cuenca.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Diego to Cuenca?
On the San Diego to Cuenca route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 75%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $489 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,921: a $1,432 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego to Cuenca?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from San Diego to Cuenca 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 $860 to $3,074. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
What is the time difference between San Diego and Cuenca?
Cuenca is 2 hours ahead of San Diego (Ecuador Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What car rental options are available at Cuenca Airport (CUE)?
Cuenca Airport (CUE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $13 for economy cars. Top options include:
· Fox
· Europcar
· Sixt
· Localiza
· Budget

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $489 - about $1,432 less than Sunday (75% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cuenca Airport.
- Hotel Casa de las Rosas
- Hotel El Conquistador
- Boutique Castilla De Leon

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