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Cheapest round-trip
$93
Typical prices: $110-$258
Frontier
Thu 7/30Tue 8/4
SFO - SAN • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$63
Typical prices: $65-$174
Frontier
Fri 7/31
SFO - SAN • Non-stop
Arrival airport
You can't fly directly to La Mesa. It is served by San Diego (SAN), located 10.4 miles from La Mesa.
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Cheap Flights to La Mesa

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights to La Mesa that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals to La Mesa

Thu, Jul 30 - Tue, Aug 4
Frontier Logo
10:23 pm - 12:04 am
SFO
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SAN
1h 41mnonstop
Frontier Logo
7:46 pm - 9:38 pm
SAN
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SFO
1h 52mnonstop
$93Frontier
Fri, Aug 14 - Mon, Aug 17
Frontier Logo
10:23 pm - 11:59 pm
SFO
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SAN
1h 36mnonstop
Frontier Logo
7:45 pm - 9:32 pm
SAN
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SFO
1h 47mnonstop
$94Frontier
Wed, Aug 19 - Mon, Aug 31
Southwest Logo
5:55 am - 11:45 am
SEA
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SAN
5h 50m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
5:30 pm - 9:50 pm
SAN
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SEA
4h 20m
1 stop
$181Southwest
Wed, Aug 19 - Sun, Aug 30
Southwest Logo
4:10 pm - 9:05 pm
SEA
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SAN
4h 55m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
8:45 am - 11:45 am
SAN
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SEA
3h 00mnonstop
$182Southwest
Sat, Aug 22 - Mon, Aug 24
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:40 am - 10:39 am
SEA
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SAN
2h 59mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 9:20 am
SAN
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SEA
3h 05mnonstop
$185Alaska Airlines
Wed, Aug 19 - Sat, Aug 29
United Airlines Logo
9:05 am - 1:44 pm
SEA
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SAN
4h 39m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
3:56 pm - 8:43 pm
SAN
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SEA
4h 47m
1 stop
$189United Airlines
Thu, Aug 6 - Thu, Aug 13
American Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 3:26 pm
JFK
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SAN
8h 26m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
12:48 pm - 11:58 pm
SAN
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JFK
8h 10m
1 stop
$289American Airlines
Wed, Sep 23 - Sun, Sep 27
American Airlines Logo
4:07 pm - 9:48 pm
LGA
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SAN
8h 41m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
9:25 pm - 9:03 am
SAN
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LGA
8h 38m
1 stop
$289American Airlines
Sun, Aug 23 - Fri, Aug 28
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:17 am
LGA
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SAN
8h 17m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
10:13 am - 8:59 pm
SAN
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LGA
7h 46m
1 stop
$291United Airlines
Thu, Aug 27 - Fri, Sep 4
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 5:36 pm
JFK
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SAN
10h 41m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:20 pm - 10:59 pm
SAN
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JFK
5h 39mnonstop
$302Alaska Airlines
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Flights to La Mesa: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew to La Mesa 
samantaFlew with Alaska Airlines
HNL
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SAN
Jun 2026
the red eye one is perfect to sleep on plane and get there early morning
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
SBA
-
SAN
Jun 2026
Check your flight the night before! My flight was canceled and rebooked but it is a common thing to have flights cancelled. The airport is small so going through TSA is fairly quick.
JeanieFlew with Alaska Airlines
JFK
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SAN
Jun 2026
Bring your own food and entertainment. The buy-on-board program may require advance ordering, and it can be expensive. Also, the on-board wifi may not work.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
DEN
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SAN
Mar 2026
Airport is very efficient with security, very impressive so. you don't need to worry too much as even a long line moves extremely fast.
CupcakeFlew with Alaska Airlines
SMF
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SAN
Apr 2026
Check flight delays on Google prior to arrival at airport.
JamesFlew with Alaska Airlines
MCO
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SAN
Jan 2026
My advise is to pack lightly to avoid paying for the cost of one bag in the amount of 35 dollars. The amount isn't the worst I've paid, for my traveling bag but so many individuals used the overhead luggage rack as well as a back pack that didn't pay for transporting a large suitcase that I intend to do the same in the future.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
BOI
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SAN
Jan 2026
Since I flew First Class I really have no advice! Everything was perfect! The ticketing agents were fantastic, flew through TSA Precheck, great announcements at the gate, quick boarding. My only suggestion is to check First Class prices before committing to the very expensive baggage fees and choosing a seat fee!!!
KathleenFlew with Alaska Airlines
JFK
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SAN
Feb 2026
allow plenty of time to get to the airport and through security. Take the plane train if you can. Terminal eight has good food options
BrianFlew with Alaska Airlines
MCO
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SAN
Jan 2026
I would say bring a backup snack or pre-order food with Alaska. I love Alaska airlines' new food options.
PhilipFlew with Alaska Airlines
SFO
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SAN
Feb 2026
Taking a flight with a smaller plane was pleasant, fewer passengers and.easier boarding and disembarking.
MatthewFlew with Southwest
DAL
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SAN
Jan 2026
If you have Pre-Check don't even worry about getting to the airport early.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
STS
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SAN
Jan 2026
If you want a better experience, fly non stop. American has a superior wireless connection experience. Delays appear to be the norm. Book two hours between flights minimum. Check your bags.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
DCA
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SAN
Feb 2026
DCA only has a few flights to other coast. IAD has many. If something goes wrong you’ll have more options flying out of IAD.
EricFlew with Alaska Airlines
SBP
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SAN
May 2025
SBP gets busy in the early morning with several flights departing between 6am and 7am. Arriving early will avoid stress.
CaseyFlew with Scandinavian Airlines
LAX
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SAN
May 2025
Better concession options on other terminals than 3, if you’re flying Delta. Explore if you have time.
HowardFlew with Alaska Airlines
JFK
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SAN
May 2025
Must have a tablet to watch videos. Bring a seat cushion.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
EWR
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SAN
Feb 2025
My flight was not delayed, but my family had a flight earlier in the week that was, by 5 hours. My daughter says she'll never book a late afternoon flight as they seem most likely to be delayed. I personally like the timing and usually they cost less. Also, get on the plan with fully charged devices or a non-electronic form on entertainment.
MichaelFlew with Southwest
LAS
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SAN
Jan 2025
It’s a quick flight and sometimes turbulent leaving the desert. You may not get drinks service due to the brief flight time and safety measures.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
HNL
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SAN
Dec 2024
Get there a couple hours early. TSA is not the best organized. The security line took us about 50 minutes to an hour.
Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines
DFW
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SAN
Dec 2024
Bring a neck pillow and if your over 6 ft tall spend the money for exit row. Other customers are not curteous
OksanaFlew with Alaska Airlines
GEG
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SAN
Feb 2025
Arrive early, the registration kiosks may not work and registration will take more than an hour.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
STS
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SAN
Oct 2024
An hour before flight was enough time for departing from Santa Rosa. (I doubt anyone is at the airport and working at 4:30am).
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
TPA
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SAN
Sep 2024
Alaska airline has great food but small portions and sometimes isn’t aware of your pre-order, so bring your own just in case!
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
JFK
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SAN
Oct 2024
Landing in La Guardia or Newark (New Jersey) is more convenient for commuting to Manhattan.
RebeccaFlew with Alaska Airlines
IAD
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SAN
Sep 2024
Get something to eat in the airport, just in case there is no food onboard.
JamesFlew with Alaska Airlines
SJC
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SAN
Jun 2024
It’s pretty simple there. It’s one of the better airports.TSA has never been a problem for me there it moves and is mostly efficient… I was happy that we didn’t have to takeoff our shoes, which surprised me. They’re always seems to be long walk to the gates coming and going not sure why that is
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
OGG
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SAN
Jun 2024
The exiting gates and boarding connecting flights are very close, always bring an empty water container that you can fill in the airport filtered water dispensers bring your own favorite food
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
PDX
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SAN
Jul 2024
Definitely arrive the 2 hours before your flight or you will have no extra time before boarding. Wear comfortable walking shoes.
CarolFlew with Alaska Airlines
BOS
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SAN
Jul 2024
Bring your own entertainment (book, puzzles, devices). T mobile offers free internet with Alaska!
FelipeFlew with Delta
DTW
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SAN
Jun 2024
Make sure you know where you are going it’s a big airport… if you fly delta you can ride the tram inside to get to your gate if it is far away.
BerniceFlew with Alaska Airlines
EWR
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SAN
Jun 2024
Give yourself plenty of time to get through security.
Joo YoungFlew with Alaska Airlines
SMF
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SAN
Jul 2024
Make sure your seat can recline when you board!
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
HNL
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SAN
May 2024
Don't use a small water bottle. Get a big one and fill it prior to boarding so you can keep hydrated better.
JustinFlew with Southwest
AUS
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SAN
May 2024
GET TSA - PRECHECK AND CLEAR. IT'S CHEAPER WITH THE AMEX GREEN OR AMEX PLAT.
LorraineFlew with Alaska Airlines
MCO
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SAN
Mar 2024
Do get there 2 hrs. ahead as security lines can be long.
LisaFlew with Alaska Airlines
EUG
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SAN
May 2024
Be sure your carry on fits in the bins before getting on- big rollers are difficult to get into small Horizon Air bins
JoonwonFlew with Alaska Airlines
SJC
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SAN
Apr 2024
The airplane is a quite small one, compared to the regular size, so pls be ready for some restrictions on carry on bags.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
AUS
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SAN
Apr 2024
Austin check in is long, make sure to come early to allow for the crowded lines.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
BOS
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SAN
Mar 2024
Be prepared to wait in long line for shuttle to car rental complex.
FranciscoFlew with Alaska Airlines
MCO
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SAN
May 2024
Make sure to read all the disclaimer disclosures before booking.
MichaelFlew with Alaska Airlines
OGG
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SAN
Mar 2024
Get to the airport extra early for a Hawaii flight.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
EWR
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SAN
Feb 2024
Allow time for TSA (I had) or figure out the priority boarding (I didn't but will look into it for future flights), I thought they were pretty inefficient. A guy behind me was freaking out because he was going to miss his flight and a bunch of us let him cut the line in hopes he could make it.
JosephFlew with Delta
LAS
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SAN
Feb 2024
Your seat selection may be changed at check-in and you may not be able to change your seat to what you originally selected while booking so be aware of this possible issue.

FAQs - booking La Mesa flights

  • How long is the flight to La Mesa?

    Flights from Seattle2h 44m
    Flights from New York11h 25m
    Flights from San Francisco1h 30m
    Flights from Denver2h 17m
    Flights from Boston5h 55m
  • What is the cheapest flight to San Diego?

    In the last 5 days, the cheapest flight deal to San Diego was found on the route from San Francisco, at $93 return. The most popular connection is from Denver to San Diego and KAYAK users have found round-trip deals for as low as $141 in the last 5 days.

  • Which airlines fly to San Diego?

    Many airlines fly to San Diego, the most common ones being Southwest, Alaska Airlines, and American Airlines. See the amount of flights per week for popular airlines flying to San Diego.

  • How to fly to La Mesa?

    You cannot fly directly to La Mesa. KAYAK recommends you fly to San Diego (SAN) (10.42 miles from La Mesa). From there you can rent a car or get a taxi.

  • What airports are near La Mesa?

    The closest airport is San Diego (SAN) (10.42 mi). Other nearby airports are Tijuana Rodriguez (TIJ) (15.86 mi), Palm Springs (PSP) (79.03 mi) or Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) (79.46 mi). KAYAK recommends you fly to San Diego.

  • How far is San Diego Airport from central San Diego?

    You’ll need to travel 3 miles to reach the San Diego city center from San Diego Airport.

  • What is the name of San Diego’s airport?

    All flights to San Diego land at San Diego Airport. The airport code is SAN,and it can also be referred to as Lindbergh Field, San Diego, or San Diego Intl.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to La Mesa?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to La Mesa.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to La Mesa?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to La Mesa is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to La Mesa?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to La Mesa with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to La Mesa?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to La Mesa up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to La Mesa

  • There is no major airport in La Mesa. It is instead served by San Diego Airport.
  • Looking for cheap airfare to La Mesa? 25% of our users found round-trip tickets to La Mesa for the following prices or less: From Los Angeles $251, from Miami $919, from Fort Lauderdale $1,014
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