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Cheapest round-trip
$314
Typical prices: $349-$473
American Airlines
Wed 9/12Wed 9/19
SAF - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$269
Typical prices: $241-$414
American Airlines
Wed 11/21
SAF - SAN • 1 stop
When to travel
December
Cheapest • 22% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Cheapest • Avg $399 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 5h 08m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Fe to San Diego (SAF-SAN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Fe to San Diego

Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19
American Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 3:22 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SAN San Diego
3h 47m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:20 am - 12:05 pmSAN  San Diego-SAF Santa Fe
4h 45m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$314American Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Sat, Jan 16
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 11:08 amSAF  Santa Fe-SAN San Diego
5h 08m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:50 am - 5:06 pmSAN  San Diego-SAF Santa Fe
7h 16m1 stop Denver Intl
$314United Airlines
Wed, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 6
American Airlines Logo
3:36 pm - 6:18 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SAN San Diego
3h 42m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:45 pm - 6:35 pmSAN  San Diego-SAF Santa Fe
4h 50m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$344American Airlines
Wed, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 6
United Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 2:50 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SAN San Diego
5h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:30 am - 2:46 pmSAN  San Diego-SAF Santa Fe
7h 16m1 stop Denver Intl
$344United Airlines
Wed, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 6
United Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 2:50 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SAN San Diego
5h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:15 am - 5:11 pmSAN  San Diego-SAF Santa Fe
8h 56m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl
$374United Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Sat, Oct 17
American Airlines Logo
11:56 am - 3:32 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SAN San Diego
4h 36m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 11:26 amSAN  San Diego-SAF Santa Fe
4h 11m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$392American Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 5
United Airlines Logo
1:22 pm - 5:00 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SAN San Diego
4h 38m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:45 am - 2:46 pmSAN  San Diego-SAF Santa Fe
5h 01m1 stop Denver Intl
$424United Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19
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3:22 pm - 12:29 amSAF  Santa Fe-SAN San Diego
10h 07m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 12:37 pmSAN  San Diego-SAF Santa Fe
5h 07m1 stop Denver Intl
$429United Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 5
United Airlines Logo
7:10 am - 6:35 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SAN San Diego
12h 25m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
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11:00 am - 5:11 pmSAN  San Diego-SAF Santa Fe
5h 11m1 stop Denver Intl
$430United Airlines
Wed, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 6
United Airlines Logo
7:10 am - 6:35 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SAN San Diego
12h 25m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
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6:30 am - 12:47 pmSAN  San Diego-SAF Santa Fe
5h 17m1 stop Denver Intl
$430United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Fe to San Diego flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Santa Fe to San Diego start at $314. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $349 to $473. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $314 on American Airlines.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Fe to San Diego, it is 15% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 38% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Santa Fe to San Diego flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$269
Most popular time to fly with an average 17% increase in price.
Flight from Santa Fe to San Diego

When to book flights from Santa Fe to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Santa Fe to San Diego based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Santa Fe to San Diego 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 Santa Fe to San Diego?

    Flights from Santa Fe to San Diego usually depart from Santa Fe (SAF) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

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

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

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

    Connecting flights from Santa Fe to San Diego most commonly pass through:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 79% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 21% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 39% on the Santa Fe to San Diego route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $346 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $561, a difference of $215. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in San Diego?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Diego are Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Convention Center and SeaWorld San Diego. These are among the most viewed places in San Diego on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Santa Fe to San Diego?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Santa Fe to San Diego. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 13m and 5h 08m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    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 Santa Fe to San Diego 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 $314 to $1,275. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Santa Fe to San Diego are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $275.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 13m, compared with 5h 08m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Santa Fe and San Diego?

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

  • What car rental options are available at San Diego Airport (SAN)?

    San Diego Airport (SAN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $14 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Dollar
    · Payless
    · Europcar
    · Thrifty
    · Fox

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

    Round-trip flights from Santa Fe to San Diego range from $349 to $473, with an average of $404 over the past 12 months. Anything below $349 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Santa Fe to San Diego 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 Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $346 - about $215 less than Sunday (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Fe to San Diego trip for December. Fares historically average $314 round-trip in that month - typically $203 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Diego Airport.
    - Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
    - Bay Club Hotel & Marina
    - Wyndham Garden San Diego near SeaWorld

Everything you need to know for your flight from Santa Fe to San Diego

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Santa Fe (SAF)
San Diego (SAN)