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Cheapest round-trip
$337
Typical prices: $388-$474
American Airlines
Sun 11/11Thu 11/15
SAF - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$367
Typical prices: $246-$414
United Airlines
Wed 10/24
SAF - SAN • 1 stop
When to travel
December
Cheapest • 26% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Cheapest • Avg $422 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 5h 10m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Fe to San Diego (SAF-SAN)

 

Cheap flights from Santa Fe to San Diego with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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12:21 pm - 3:39 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SAN San Diego
4h 18m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:25 am - 11:33 amSAN  San Diego-SAF Santa Fe
4h 08m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$337American Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
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7:15 pm - 10:12 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SAN San Diego
3h 57m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:25 am - 11:33 amSAN  San Diego-SAF Santa Fe
4h 08m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$367American Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 1
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11:56 am - 3:39 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SAN San Diego
4h 43m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:25 am - 11:33 amSAN  San Diego-SAF Santa Fe
4h 08m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$367American Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 2
American Airlines Logo
11:56 am - 3:39 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SAN San Diego
4h 43m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:25 am - 11:33 amSAN  San Diego-SAF Santa Fe
4h 08m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$367American Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
United Airlines Logo
3:20 pm - 12:19 amSAF  Santa Fe-SAN San Diego
9h 59m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
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8:45 am - 5:10 pmSAN  San Diego-SAF Santa Fe
7h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
$395United Airlines
Sat, Mar 13 - Wed, Mar 17
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6:01 pm - 10:28 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SAN San Diego
5h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:00 am - 2:49 pmSAN  San Diego-SAF Santa Fe
6h 49m1 stop Denver Intl
$445United Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
United Airlines Logo
9:47 am - 2:55 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SAN San Diego
6h 08m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:21 am - 5:10 pmSAN  San Diego-SAF Santa Fe
4h 49m1 stop Denver Intl
$541United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
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1:26 pm - 5:15 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SAN San Diego
4h 49m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:18 pm - 9:12 amSAN  San Diego-SAF Santa Fe
15h 54m1 stop Denver Intl
$555United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
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3:20 pm - 8:36 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SAN San Diego
6h 16m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:21 am - 9:12 amSAN  San Diego-SAF Santa Fe
20h 51m1 stop Denver Intl
$555United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
United Airlines Logo
3:20 pm - 8:36 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SAN San Diego
6h 16m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:30 pm - 9:12 amSAN  San Diego-SAF Santa Fe
17h 42m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
$561United Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Fe to San Diego flights

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

Round-trip flights from Santa Fe to San Diego typically range from $388 to $474. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $337, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Fe to San Diego. It’s 19% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 31% higher.

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Key details for Santa Fe to San Diego flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$337
Beat the crowds with an average 73% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 44% increase in travelers.
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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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • 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.

  • 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 10m 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.

  • 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 $388 to $474, with an average of $426 over the past 12 months. Anything below $388 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $337 to $1,355. 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $370, which is 35% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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

  • 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).

  • 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) - 80% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 20% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 38% on flights from Santa Fe to San Diego. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $349 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $561, a difference of $212.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • 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 10m 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 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $349, about $212 less than Sunday fares (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 $449 less than the most expensive month, which is October (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
    • Sheraton San Diego Resort

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