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Cheapest round-trip
$359
Typical prices: $404-$642
American Airlines
Mon 11/5Thu 11/8
SAN - DAY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$250
Typical prices: $263-$499
Breeze Airways
Mon 11/26
SAN - DAY • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Diego and Dayton. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 22% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $439 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 6h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Dayton (SAN-DAY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to Dayton

Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
American Airlines Logo
1:01 pm - 11:26 pmSAN  San Diego-DAY Dayton
7h 25m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:36 pm - 11:54 pmDAY  Dayton-SAN San Diego
8h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$359American Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
American Airlines Logo
12:28 pm - 11:26 pmSAN  San Diego-DAY Dayton
7h 58m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:36 pm - 11:54 pmDAY  Dayton-SAN San Diego
8h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$359American Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Sat, Jan 9
United Airlines Logo
11:00 am - 10:10 pmSAN  San Diego-DAY Dayton
8h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:20 am - 3:33 pmDAY  Dayton-SAN San Diego
8h 13m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$359United Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
Delta Logo
12:38 pm - 11:16 pmSAN  San Diego-DAY Dayton
7h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
3:25 pm - 7:36 pmDAY  Dayton-SAN San Diego
7h 11m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$359Delta
Fri, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 27
Delta Logo
10:25 pm - 10:38 amSAN  San Diego-DAY Dayton
9h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
3:25 pm - 7:36 pmDAY  Dayton-SAN San Diego
7h 11m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$359Delta
Fri, Dec 11 - Sat, Jan 9
United Airlines Logo
2:26 pm - 11:29 pmSAN  San Diego-DAY Dayton
6h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
2:18 pm - 9:12 pmDAY  Dayton-SAN San Diego
9h 54m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$364United Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:37 pm - 11:48 amSAN  San Diego-DAY Dayton
20h 11m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:37 pm - 11:57 pmDAY  Dayton-SAN San Diego
14h 20m2 stops Raleigh-Durham Denver Intl
$384Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Wed, Nov 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:37 pm - 11:48 amSAN  San Diego-DAY Dayton
20h 11m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:12 pm - 11:52 amDAY  Dayton-SAN San Diego
17h 40m2 stops Tampa St. Petersburg Raleigh-Durham
$629Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:45 am - 11:38 pmSAN  San Diego-DAY Dayton
9h 53m2 stops Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld Chicago O'Hare Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
12:19 pm - 8:21 pmDAY  Dayton-SAN San Diego
11h 02m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Portland
$631Alaska Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 11:38 pmSAN  San Diego-DAY Dayton
13h 23m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:35 am - 2:38 pmDAY  Dayton-SAN San Diego
12h 03m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$651Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Diego to Dayton flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from San Diego to Dayton with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from San Diego to Dayton start at $359. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $404 to $642. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $359 on American Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Dayton, it is 6% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 27% 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 Dayton?

  • March is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Dayton at $403 round-trip.
  • December ($772) and February ($729) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 91% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for San Diego to Dayton flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$250
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 17% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 22% lower on average.
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When to book flights from San Diego to Dayton

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Diego to Dayton 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 Dayton flight questions, answered

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

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

    Flights from San Diego to Dayton usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Dayton (DAY).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Diego to Dayton:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 61% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 Dayton?

    On the San Diego to Dayton route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 27%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $487 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $660: a $173 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    A nonstop flight from San Diego to Dayton takes 0h 00m, covering 1,888 miles.

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

    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 Dayton 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 $359 to $1,198. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Diego to Dayton are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $319.

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

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 39m, compared with 7h 40m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 45m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

    Dayton 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 Dayton Airport (DAY)?

    Dayton Airport (DAY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Avis

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

    Round-trip flights from San Diego to Dayton range from $404 to $642, with an average of $518 over the past 12 months. Anything below $404 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San Diego to Dayton 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 Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $487 - about $173 less than Sunday (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Diego to Dayton trip for March. Fares historically average $403 round-trip in that month - typically $369 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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