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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Texas

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
Dallas
Dallas1 stop$216
Houston
Houston1 stop$279
Austin
Austin1 stop$237
San Antonio
San Antonio1 stop$208
El Paso
El Paso1 stop$183
McAllen
McAllen1 stop$355
Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi1 stop$373
Harlingen
Harlingen1 stop$369
Midland
Midland1 stop$347
Lubbock
Lubbock1 stop$382
Amarillo
Amarillo1 stop$357
Brownsville
Brownsville1 stop$379
Laredo
Laredo2 stops$374
Killeen
Killeen1 stop$367
College Station
College Station1 stop$635
Waco
Waco1 stop$481
Tyler
Tyler1 stop$426
Dallas
Dallas1 stop$216
Houston
Houston1 stop$279
Austin
Austin1 stop$237
San Antonio
San Antonio1 stop$208
El Paso
El Paso1 stop$183
McAllen
McAllen1 stop$355
Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi1 stop$373
Harlingen
Harlingen1 stop$369
Midland
Midland1 stop$347
Lubbock
Lubbock1 stop$382
Amarillo
Amarillo1 stop$357
Brownsville
Brownsville1 stop$379
Laredo
Laredo2 stops$374
Killeen
Killeen1 stop$367
College Station
College Station1 stop$635
Waco
Waco1 stop$481
Tyler
Tyler1 stop$426
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for San Diego to Texas flights

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

What are the cheapest fares from San Diego to Texas recently?

Here are the cheapest round-trip fares from San Diego to Texas on KAYAK in the last week:

• El Paso (ELP) from $183
• San Antonio (SAT) from $208
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) from $216
• Dallas Love Field (DAL) from $239

How do fares into airports in Texas compare?

According to KAYAK data from the last 12 months, the cheapest airports to fly into Texas from San Diego are:

• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) (avg. price $298)
• Austin Bergstrom (AUS) (avg. price $313)
• Harlingen Valley Intl (HRL) (avg. price $388)

Are flights from San Diego to Texas cheaper or more expensive than last year?

Fares from San Diego to Texas are about 20% higher than they were in November last year, averaging $407 round-trip.

What's the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Texas?

January is typically the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Texas, with round-trip fares averaging $306. October and July are usually the most expensive, averaging $399 and $379, respectively.

How do fares from San Diego to Texas vary by day of the week?

On average, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Texas and Sunday is the most expensive. Looking at the past 12 months of KAYAK data, it's 29% more expensive to fly on a Sunday compared to Thursday.

What's the best time of day to fly from San Diego to Texas?

It's cheapest to fly to Texas at night with average prices of $230. The afternoon is the most expensive time to fly, with average prices of $397.

What's the best time to book a flight from San Diego to Texas?

Book your flights 7 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data collected over the past 12 months shows that booking in this window can save you around 38% compared to booking at the last minute (within 2 weeks of departure).

Key details for San Diego to Texas flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$82
Beat the crowds with an average 22% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 17% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

Flights from San Diego to Texas: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from San Diego to Texas 
CarlosFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jun 2025
Get to the San Diego airport early. The security line will be long. Also, if you're flying Alaska Airlines and don't check in online, go to the Alaska Airlines "Agent Assit" counter first. Don't be like me and go to the Alaska Airlines "Bag Drop" line. That was a bit confusing. If you're flying Alaska Airlines.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Mar 2024
If veteran or active duty, make sure to stop by USO in terminal 2 (SD airport); right next door to Alaska departures.

Your San Diego to Texas flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • Is now a good time to book a flight from San Diego to Texas?

    Yes. Fares from San Diego to Texas are low right now. As a rule of thumb, a round-trip under $259 (cheaper than most fares this year) is a good deal, so if you spot one at or below that, it's a good time to book.

  • How much should I budget for a flight from San Diego to Texas?

    Over the past 12 months, round-trip fares from San Diego to Texas have typically cost between $259 and $495.

  • What are the main airports serving Texas?

    There are 31 airports in Texas. 33% of KAYAK users choose Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) as their arrival airport, while 21% choose Austin Bergstrom (AUS).

  • Which airlines fly nonstop from San Diego to Texas?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, 5 airlines offer nonstop flights on this route:

    • Southwest
    • American Airlines
    • Alaska Airlines
    • United Airlines
    • Frontier

  • Which destinations in Texas can I fly nonstop from San Diego?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, you can fly nonstop from San Diego to 5 destinations in Texas. The most popular among KAYAK travelers are Dallas, Austin and Houston.

  • Is it cheaper to fly with a layover from San Diego to Texas?

    Yes, nonstop flights from San Diego to Texas average $358 over the past 12 months, but flights with a layover can cost less. The most affordable connecting airports are:

    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) (avg. price $285)
    • Denver Intl (DEN) (avg. price $285)
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) (avg. price $350)

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

    Nonstop flights from San Diego to Texas take 3h 04m on average. The fastest scheduled flight takes 1h 50m, flying into El Paso (ELP).

  • Which cabin classes are available from San Diego to Texas?

    On flights from San Diego to Texas you can book Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class or First Class.

  • What are some popular landmarks around Texas?

    Texas is home to many popular sights. KAYAK travelers' favorites include:

    • San Antonio River Walk
    • George R. Brown Convention Center
    • SeaWorld San Antonio
    • Daikin Park

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

    The earliest nonstop flight from San Diego to Texas departs at 6:15 am and the latest leaves at 8:50 pm. Nonstop flights take about 3h 04m.

  • Can I take public transportation from Downtown San Diego to San Diego International Airport?

    San Diego Metro Transit offers their Line 992 bus that makes the trip from the station in Downtown San Diego at the corner of Broadway and Ketner Boulevard that will get you to the airport in about 12 minutes, with the buses running every 20 minutes or so.

  • If my kids are going to fly alone on a trip from San Diego to Texas, what is a good airline choice?

    United Airlines offers an Unaccompanied Minor service, ensuring the secure travel of solo flyers aged 5 to 14. This program encompasses exclusive check-in, aid through security, and vigilant supervision throughout the flight. Trained staff from United are designated to accompany minors from check-in to their appointed guardian at the journey's end. Additional fees and specific guidelines are applicable. Parents or guardians are advised to contact United Airlines in advance to organize the Unaccompanied Minor service.

  • If my final destination in Texas is Padre Island, what is the best way to get there from San Diego?

    One of the best ways to get to this waterfront setting is to fly to the Corpus Christi Airport (CRP). From San Diego International Airport (SAN), you can take a one-stop flight to this airport Southwest airlines that makes a stop at William P Hobby Airport (HOU). Once you arrive at the airport, the drive to the center of Padre Island is about 35 miles, and you can get there in a taxi, rideshare vehicle, or rental car in about 45 minutes.

  • As an environmentally conscious traveler, which airline should I choose for a trip from San Diego to Texas?

    Southwest Airlines prioritizes sustainability through various initiatives. The carrier invests in fuel-efficient aircraft, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing environmental impact. Additionally, the airline focuses on waste reduction, recycling onboard materials, and promoting eco-friendly practices. Southwest participates in carbon offset programs and engages in community outreach to support environmental causes. By embracing sustainable practices, Southwest Airlines aims to minimize its carbon footprint, contribute to environmental conservation, and foster a responsible approach to air travel.

Your guide to booking San Diego to Texas flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If you can plan ahead, the sweet spot for booking your flight is 7 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data shows fares in this window are around 38% lower than last-minute bookings (made within 2 weeks of departure). Not ready to commit? Set a Price Alert and we'll let you know when prices change.
  • Flexible with your dates? Fly in January to save some money. It's typically the cheapest month on this route, while flights in October will cost you the most.
  • Fly out on a Thursday to get the cheapest fares. Avoid Sunday flights, which are about 29% more expensive.
  • If you're watching your budget, fly into Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) which has the lowest average airfare in the region. Just remember to budget for any onward travel by bus, car or domestic flight.
  • Start your trip in San Antonio, the most popular destination in Texas. From there, it's easy to continue on to other popular spots such as Houston, Dallas and Austin.
  • Time or money? If speed matters most, fly from San Diego to El Paso (ELP). If you're after the lowest fares, Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) is usually your best bet.
  • The fastest way to travel from San Diego to Texas is to take the nonstop flights offered by both Frontier Airlines and American Airlines that fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).
  • If your final destination in Texas is the city of Houston, United Airlines offers a nonstop flight that travels from San Diego International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
  • Passengers heading for the amazing city of San Antonio will find that Southwest Airlines offers a direct flight to San Antonio International Airport (SAT) from San Diego International Airport.
  • When you want to travel to the vibrant and bustling city of Austin, it is good to know that both Alaska Airlines and Southwest Airlines offer direct flights to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) from San Diego International Airport.
  • Passengers traveling aboard United Airlines from San Diego International Airport should know that there is a United Club location in the western part of Terminal Two that is a terrific place to wait for your flight to Texas.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from San Diego to Texas

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Diego to Texas? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4223 reviews
7.0Food
8.6Crew
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
7.5Entertainment
Airline reviews

I liked how it boarded fast. I do not like how the seats are just too narrow, and I’m not a big person.

6.0 GoodRobert, Oct 2026
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I liked how it boarded fast. I do not like how the seats are just too narrow, and I’m not a big person.

had to check bag at gate when there was still overhead bin space. As usual the WIFI didn't really work.

Red eye from San Diego. Temperature of the cabin was way too warm and the air duct flowed very little air.

Great job Southwest! My family doesn't fly often but we felt safe the whole time.

Comfortable. Easy. No problems. Just wish they had gf options for snacks.

The charges were ridiculous for an hour flight and the turbulence was very scary.

The seats are now more narrow. I paid for front row the seats in the front are even more narrow than before.

The boarding and seat assignment system no longer works for me, but I know it is being replaced. Otherwise, I am good with the overall experience.

San Diego airport is brand new, spacious, airy and very smooth checkin at SW baggage drop.

No trays in our seats, we sat in first row, purchased a business class fare. Had to hold our drinks and snack in our hands. No plugs for our cell phones. Had to pay for it a drink cocktail each. Seats so uncomfortable.

The experience was great. The flight attendants were friendly and helpful.

Excellent service the whole trip! Flight was a little late on showing up for boarding but the flight arrived at our destination only a few minutes behind schedule, great work!

We waited to board while the plane was serviced and I was really annoyed that we sat waiting to board for two hours. Then we waited in line on the tarmac, then when we landed in Redmond we waited AGAIN for a gate to open. We had screaming babies on the flight whose parents did their best to minimize but these babies were exhausted from the waiting everywhere so it’s understandable. The plane crew was very gracious. I can’t wait to get off this plane.

I haven't flown Alaska in years, so this is my first time in a long time. Both the outgoing and return flights were delayed, which affected my plans at the destination, which were time sensitive. I've flown Southwest dozens of times without delays, so to come to Alaska for just one round trip and have both of them be affected tells me I need to go back to Southwest. Other items: I tried to join an earlier flight, and was denied, even though online it showed seats available. Seems like this would have been an easy way to make things right. The in flight WiFi on the flight down was nice, I watched half a movie and was really looking forward to watching the 2nd half on the way back, but the plane didn't have the same options available, so I had to pay to watch the movie on my own streaming service. Irritating. Given the competitive nature of flying and choosing carriers, I thought Alaska had a better reputation for the little things like this.

It was a super old plane so the first class experience was just not luxurious

The flight was jumping between being delayed and closer to schedule about 5 times. Alaska air website showed incorrect times while google had latest info. This panic was horrible to deal with.

The plane was delayed a bit. It wasn't a huge problem though, as we were heading back home.

It would be nice if you had free internet. Text messaging is appreciated.

When I purchased the tickets I purchased insurance as well but for some reason it didn't go through, then this past Monday I broke my leg and was unable to make my trip, I'll never book through Kayak again.

Friendly service. Aircrew was very professional and genuinely positive in attitude and demeanor.

Entertainment was great. Seats were good. They did not have my pre-ordered hot food product available but did comp me something cold in place of the item.

Flight was on time, clean, etc. Despite connecting to your wi fi I was unable to use your app to watch entertainment.

The back to back mechanical delays from Denver to San Diego and then on my return flight from Denver to Great Falls it added extra time both ways

Service was professional and quick. Premium economy seat was comfortable given the class

The staff was extremely helpful and friendly at all times! They went above and beyond to get us into an earlier flight in San Diego to make our connection in SFO possible, because our original flight did actually not make it! I did so much appreciate the UA team and how they made this possible. We also didn’t have seats together on the long flight to Singapore, but they found us seats together last moment with no additional cost! Nobody sat next to us, so that we were able to sleep! Thanks to UA for improving their service and Underpricer for booking this trip! Please be careful: 1,5 hrs for transfer in San Francisco might not be enough time in the future

Over 2.5 hour maintenance delay on first morning flight with no acknowledgement, compensation or even gesture of good will. Aircraft had overnighted at airport so issue should have been addressed prior to boarding. Over 3.5 hours before first slow and deliberate beverage service.

Complimentary light meal would be appreciated. But great flight crew service on all legs

I was in first class. The outlets at my seat did not work. The plane was shabby and run down. I had prepurchsed a day subscription for internet that was not redeemable. I had to repurchase the internet for my flight and then it didn’t work anyway. Quite disappointed in what was supposed to be the launch of a great vacation.

As usual, United scheduling is completely misleading. A 54-minute layover at O’Hare is too short to make a lot of connections, especially since the flight landed “on time” but had to wait on the taxiway 15 minutes for a gate to open up. Then it takes another 10 minutes to exit the plane before one can run to another concourse to catch a connecting flight.

Flight was ok. Unfortunately it was a Boeing 737, which is a cramped / tight airplane. I prefer the Airbus as they are a more comfortable flight experience.

first leg from san diego to chicago, only had cookies for snack. 1 flavor of sparkling water chicago to washington dc had option of cookies, pretzels, or gold fish. had 2 flavors of sparkling water. 2nd flight better however the best part was there was no delays!!! Got to chicago and washington dc early. That was wonderful!!!!

More space for economy, and the bathroom size is only for people with size XS

Well, true to American Airlines, both of my flights were delayed. But it’s a good thing that American is so consistently incompetent because if the first flight was delayed in the second flight was on time then I might’ve had a problem..

The entertainment package was vast and the selections were very current. Keep updating it was great.

Multiple maintenance delays and the missed and rebooked connection changed gates at least 6 times including one which had us walking 20 minutes to another terminal and then back again. Seated our family of three in different middle seats throughout the plane and then there was an empty seat next to me. Very long travel day which I would have never agreed to if I knew the itinerary would be changed at 5 am, 2 hours before takeoff.

Not too impressed with them to be honest. They had forgotten my gf meal, despite the fact that the app had notified me that it was sorted. Apparently there is a ‘glitch’ in the system, according to one of the stewardesses, and has been for a while. Also the legroom in economy is way too small (and I’m a slight person) and are very uncomfortable. An extra Internal flight I booked via the app, had not even given me the option to order a meal, so was unaware of that and left without food on a 9 hr. flight !! Don’t think I’ll use AA again after this.

It was great! It’s been awhile since I’ve flown American but this most recent experience reminded me how much I enjoy flying American. Organized. Informative. Efficient. Friendly. Can’t ask for much more, except my luggage got dinged up a bit. But that could have been the airport.

From check-in staff to in-flight staff, everyone was wonderfully kind

The flight was delayed several times without explanation. The seats were terribly uncomfortable and wifi isn’t included. All these make for a less than ideal flight.

Horrible - they lied to me about baggage & boarding, even though I specifically spoke to their agents the day before my flight about my issue. When I showed up they did not let me board and stranded me at my airport until I bought a new flight with money I did not have to spend.

Air was off while waiting on the runway and the temperatures became very uncomfortably hot. Flight attendants were very loud and rude the entire flight.

I booked tickets from San Diego to Cincinnati months in advance to attend my sister’s wedding, a wedding where I was serving as the officiant. At 10:00 PM the night before my 6:00 AM flight (just 8 hours before departure), I received an alert that my first leg to Denver was delayed, causing me to miss my connecting flight to Cincinnati. When I called Frontier customer service, they informed me that they couldn't get me on any other flight that would get me there in time for the Saturday wedding, let alone the rehearsal dinner. Because I had a critical role in the wedding, I was forced to buy a last-minute ticket on another airline for three times the original price, it costing me well over $1,000 extra. Even with the emergency flight, I still missed the rehearsal dinner entirely. When I spoke with Frontier, they agreed to refund my original ticket, but showed zero care or accountability for the massive financial burden and distress they caused. Their "compensation” for causing me to spend an extra $1,000+ and miss an irreplaceable family event? A $75 Frontier voucher. Frontier completely dropped the ball. Their customer service showed zero empathy letting me know that it was Frontier who was the real victim by refunding my ticket price, and their reliability is non-existent. I will never fly Frontier again, and I strongly advise anyone who actually needs to arrive at their destination on time for an important event to book with literally any other airline.

We had an awful experience getting our bags checked in. Frontier’s check in on the app manipulated us into buying the business package because that was the only option available for a checked bag which included two checked bags per person which we did not need. Upon arriving to the airport, we stood in line for what seemed like forever at the baggage check in and there was no one available at the counter. We were first in line and we were afraid we were going to miss our flight due to the baggage attendant being late. After realizing there were a lot of other people waiting at the baggage check in and no one available. I reached out to Frontier and could not get any customer service so I had to call the airport to page the baggage attendant to send someone to the counter to check in our bags before we were able to go through security , I finally spoke to the attendant at the counter and explained to her that we had to pay for two checked bags person a total of six bags when we only had a total of three bags between three people she said to reach out to Frontier and they would issue a refund for the three bags that we paid for and did not need. I reached out to Frontier which I was not able to reach anybody by phone so I had to go through their automated chat feature, which sent me around in circles until I finally reached a representative to assist me. I explained to them what happened and they explained that they were not able to assist me. I continued to push the issue with them as this was very frustrating and they finally put in a customer service ticket where we were issued a flight credit and we were so disappointed because after this experience, we NEVER want to fly Frontier again, and we do not want a credit that we will not use. Frontier charged us almost $500 for us to check three bags which is absolutely absurd! The customer service agents were not able to offer anything else other than a flight credit and I do not feel like my frustrations were truly heard , we will never use Frontier Airlines again ! Truly Theft by Manipulation! They should be ashamed!

Every day about it was very different all the boarding pass where all wrong l miss flight no refund all crazy

The trip was good but the last minute changes I didn’t like because I had already talked to the attendee and they didn’t help me with my ticket I was having trouble checking in and when the time was up they help me but charge me for that and last minute luggage it was a small bag. After I was in the airplane I realized you were charging because the flight was almost empty and you have to get the money some how. Thanks for everything.

Our flight was delayed by four hours without notice, the app for getting my boarding pass is super confusing, and I wasn’t able to check a suitcase without paying for a higher cost package

First the gate was a total nightmare-no chairs anywhere! So over crowded and only one bathroom and nightmare of food service - took forever and NOT one place to sit. No inflight entertainment and had to pay 60.00 for a small carry on. I will never fly Frontier again!

I didn't like anything about the flight It was my first time and definitely my last time boarding a frontier flight. Their counter agents need training and they need to learn to communicate regularly and respectfully

Flight was 3 hours late leaving. Poor communication from the staff about delays. Impossible to get in touch with customer service (by design). And it actually didn't come out to be much cheaper than a non-budget airline! Not worth the headache, I'm never flying Frontier again

I did not enjoy the trip home on Frontier for several reasons: there is too much cost besides the flight, which was more than I would normally pay, then having to pay for luggage, and carry-on, seat (if you want to reserve when booking) then you must pay over $3 for a can of soda, and $4 for a snack. A cup of water is free.

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