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Cheapest round-trip
$447
Typical prices: $394-$561
United Airlines
Tue 2/27Sat 3/3
SAF - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$292
Typical prices: $268-$408
American Airlines
Mon 2/26
SAF - SAN • 1 stop
When to travel
April
Cheapest • 26% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Cheapest • Avg $433 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 5h 03m (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, Feb 27 - Wed, Mar 3
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3:19 pm - 8:44 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SAN San Diego
6h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:40 am - 2:44 pmSAN  San Diego-SAF Santa Fe
5h 04m1 stop Denver Intl
$447United Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 27
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10:45 am - 5:16 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SAN San Diego
7h 31m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:00 am - 5:11 pmSAN  San Diego-SAF Santa Fe
5h 11m1 stop Denver Intl
$447United Airlines
Fri, Dec 18 - Mon, Dec 21
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6:51 pm - 9:42 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SAN San Diego
3h 51m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:15 am - 11:12 amSAN  San Diego-SAF Santa Fe
3h 57m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$452American Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 27
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7:00 am - 6:24 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SAN San Diego
12h 24m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
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6:45 am - 12:49 pmSAN  San Diego-SAF Santa Fe
5h 04m1 stop Denver Intl
$453United Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 27
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10:45 am - 5:16 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SAN San Diego
7h 31m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:00 am - 5:11 pmSAN  San Diego-SAF Santa Fe
5h 11m1 stop Denver Intl
$457United Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Sat, Nov 28
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3:20 pm - 9:00 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SAN San Diego
6h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:45 am - 12:51 pmSAN  San Diego-SAF Santa Fe
5h 06m1 stop Denver Intl
$459United Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 27
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7:00 am - 6:24 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SAN San Diego
12h 24m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
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6:45 am - 12:49 pmSAN  San Diego-SAF Santa Fe
5h 04m1 stop Denver Intl
$463United Airlines
Sat, Feb 27 - Wed, Mar 3
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7:00 am - 6:19 pmSAF  Santa Fe-SAN San Diego
12h 19m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
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11:00 am - 5:09 pmSAN  San Diego-SAF Santa Fe
5h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
$492United Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Sat, Nov 28
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3:20 pm - 12:19 amSAF  Santa Fe-SAN San Diego
9h 59m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
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6:45 am - 12:51 pmSAN  San Diego-SAF Santa Fe
5h 06m1 stop Denver Intl
$519United Airlines
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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 $394 to $561. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $447, on United 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 29% higher.

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Key details for Santa Fe to San Diego flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$292
Beat the crowds with an average 67% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 33% increase in travelers.
One-way 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 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 03m 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 $394 to $561, with an average of $434 over the past 12 months. Anything below $394 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 $447 to $1,034. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x 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 $392, which is 32% 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 averaging $53 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Europcar
    • Payless
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty

  • 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) - 74% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 26% 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 $352 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $561, a difference of $209.

    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 03m 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 $352, about $209 less than Sunday fares (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Fe to San Diego trip for April. Fares historically average $320 round-trip in that month - typically $335 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
    • Wyndham San Diego Bayside

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