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Cheapest round-trip
$77
Typical prices: $231-$484
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SFO - SAN • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$48
Typical prices: $133-$322
Frontier
Tue 10/30
SFO - SAN • Non-stop
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Recent round-trip flight deals to San Diego

Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
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4:17 pm - 6:06 pmSFO  San Francisco-SAN San Diego
1h 49mnonstop
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10:27 am - 12:17 pmSAN  San Diego-SFO San Francisco
1h 50mnonstop
$77Frontier
Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 14
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4:31 pm - 6:19 pmSFO  San Francisco-SAN San Diego
1h 48mnonstop
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10:28 am - 12:25 pmSAN  San Diego-SFO San Francisco
1h 57mnonstop
$77Frontier
Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14
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4:31 pm - 6:19 pmSFO  San Francisco-SAN San Diego
1h 48mnonstop
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7:00 am - 8:46 amSAN  San Diego-SFO San Francisco
1h 46mnonstop
$77Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Mon, Sep 21
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10:32 am - 12:20 pmSFO  San Francisco-SAN San Diego
1h 48mnonstop
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10:28 am - 12:25 pmSAN  San Diego-SFO San Francisco
1h 57mnonstop
$77Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
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4:43 pm - 6:29 pmSFO  San Francisco-SAN San Diego
1h 46mnonstop
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7:10 am - 8:52 amSAN  San Diego-SFO San Francisco
1h 42mnonstop
$99Alaska Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27
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4:23 pm - 6:01 pmSFO  San Francisco-SAN San Diego
1h 38mnonstop
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7:08 am - 8:52 amSAN  San Diego-SFO San Francisco
1h 44mnonstop
$99Alaska Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
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7:45 pm - 9:25 pmSFO  San Francisco-SAN San Diego
1h 40mnonstop
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5:25 pm - 7:05 pmSAN  San Diego-SFO San Francisco
1h 40mnonstop
$117Southwest
Thu, Sep 17 - Sat, Sep 19
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8:30 am - 10:10 amSFO  San Francisco-SAN San Diego
1h 40mnonstop
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6:05 pm - 7:35 pmSAN  San Diego-SFO San Francisco
1h 30mnonstop
$117Southwest
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
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7:00 am - 8:43 amSFO  San Francisco-SAN San Diego
1h 43mnonstop
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1:24 pm - 3:10 pmSAN  San Diego-SFO San Francisco
1h 46mnonstop
$117United Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Mon, Sep 21
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9:00 pm - 10:47 pmSFO  San Francisco-SAN San Diego
1h 47mnonstop
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1:24 pm - 3:10 pmSAN  San Diego-SFO San Francisco
1h 46mnonstop
$117United Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to San Diego

Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to San Diego to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to San Diego?

San Francisco to San Diego is the cheapest route at $77 round-trip, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to San Diego?

A round-trip flight to San Diego costs $345 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Round-trip fares from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport average $149, while Denver runs a bit higher at $193.

What is the cheapest day to fly to San Diego?

Friday is the cheapest day to fly to San Diego at $346 round-trip on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Sunday is the most expensive at $416.

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego with an average price of $300 round-trip.
  • June ($386) and July ($379) are the most expensive.
  • Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to San Diego?

Night flights to San Diego are the cheapest at $341 round-trip on average. Morning flights are the most expensive at $364.

What is a good deal for flights to San Diego?

Flights under $231 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found round-trip flights to San Diego at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:

  • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport $96
  • Denver $119
  • San Francisco $134
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When are flights to San Diego the cheapest?

Flights to San Diego are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 34% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight to San Diego

 
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on Alaska Airlines and American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines, Delta and Frontier

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

Key details for flights to San Diego

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$48
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 12% increase in price.
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Flights to San Diego: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew to San Diego 
samantaFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jun 2026
the red eye one is perfect to sleep on plane and get there early morning
JeanieFlew with Alaska Airlines-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.
CupcakeFlew with Alaska Airlines-Apr 2026
Check flight delays on Google prior to arrival at airport.
JamesFlew with Alaska Airlines-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-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!!!
BrianFlew with Alaska Airlines-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-Feb 2026
Taking a flight with a smaller plane was pleasant, fewer passengers and.easier boarding and disembarking.
MatthewFlew with Southwest-Jan 2026
If you have Pre-Check don't even worry about getting to the airport early.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-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.
HowardFlew with Alaska Airlines-May 2025
Must have a tablet to watch videos. Bring a seat cushion.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-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.
Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines-Dec 2024
Bring a neck pillow and if your over 6 ft tall spend the money for exit row. Other customers are not curteous
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-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-Oct 2024
Landing in La Guardia or Newark (New Jersey) is more convenient for commuting to Manhattan.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-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-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-Jul 2024
Bring your own entertainment (book, puzzles, devices). T mobile offers free internet with Alaska!
BerniceFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jun 2024
Give yourself plenty of time to get through security.
Joo YoungFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jul 2024
Make sure your seat can recline when you board!
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-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-May 2024
GET TSA - PRECHECK AND CLEAR. IT'S CHEAPER WITH THE AMEX GREEN OR AMEX PLAT.
LisaFlew with Alaska Airlines-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
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Mar 2024
Be prepared to wait in long line for shuttle to car rental complex.
FranciscoFlew with Alaska Airlines-May 2024
Make sure to read all the disclaimer disclosures before booking.
JosephFlew with Delta-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.

Your questions about flights to San Diego, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • How to get from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to the city center?

    Catching a bus is the best way to get to the city center from San Diego International Airport (SAN). The Metropolitan Transit System bus goes to and from downtown San Diego and the airport, stopping at both Terminal 1 and 2, and takes about 15 minutes. Alternatively, travelers can rent a car or use either a taxicab or the shuttle services provided.

  • What kind of special services does San Diego International Airport offer?

    In addition to the usual services such as shops and restaurants, San Diego International Airport (SAN) features the largest airport USO center in the world, where members of the military and their family can relax while waiting for their flight. Moreover, the airport has artwork on display at both terminals and a meditation room.

  • Does San Diego International Airport (SAN) offer facilities for children?

    Mothers with babies can use one of the three lactation rooms available, which include essentials such as electrical outlets and washing stations, as well as comfortable seating and soft lighting. Older children and teens might enjoy the behind-the-scenes tours organized by the airport which include up-close looks at the runway, and the infield area fenced off as a nesting site for the California Least Tern, an endangered species of birds.

  • What tourist attractions are near the Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport (MYF)?

    If your flight to San Diego lands at the Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport (MYF), you’ll find you’re located only 11.7 miles west of Mission Trails Regional Park The area is perfect for lovers of outdoor activities such as hiking, riding, and rock climbing.

  • How can I get from Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport (MYF) to the Montgomery city center?

    The distance from the Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport (MYF) to Montgomery is about nine miles. One of the most affordable options is the Montgomery Transit, which links the airport to the Fairview Transit Center.h Line 6 bus runs every 2, and the trip from the airport to Montgomery takes about 25 min. For quicker transit, take a taxi or a town car like Jayride Private Transfers. These are available on request, and the trip takes about 11min.

  • Are pets allowed to travel through San Diego International Airport (SAN)?

    Yes, pets and service animals can travel through San Diego International Airport (SAN) hassle-free. However, the pets should be kept in their carriers while at SAN. You can only let them out of the carriers when using the relief areas or going through security. The airport has provided seven pet relief areas: six are located outdoors in pre-security and one in post security in Terminal 2. Each area is equipped with fake grass, fire hydrant, waste bags, and sinks.

  • How can I get around San Diego International Airport (SAN)?

    San Diego International Airport (SAN) consists of two terminals and 48 gates. Passengers can walk from Terminal 1 to Terminal 2 as they are set side-by-side. Pedestrian walkways link Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. SAN also has crosswalks and pedestrian bridges that link the passenger terminals to the parking spaces adjacent to the terminals and transportation islands. Additionally, SAN offers courtesy shuttles that offer transit around the airport.

  • Are lounges available at San Diego International Airport (SAN)?

    San Diego International Airport (SAN) hosts several lounges. The USO Lounge is on the East Floor Landslide of Terminal 2 and is open to active US military members and their families. Delta Sky Club and United Club lounges are between Gate 47 and Gate 48 on the Mezzanine Level of Terminal 2. Airspace Lounge is between Gates 23-33 in Terminal 2. It offers conference rooms, power outlets, day rooms, showers, beverages, and snacks. Any traveler can access this lounge by paying at the door.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at San Diego?

    Southwest operates the most flights from the United States to San Diego at 843 per week, while Alaska Airlines is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United States to San Diego. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.

  • How far is San Diego from downtown San Diego?

    San Diego is 2.1 mi from downtown San Diego.

  • How long are nonstop flights to San Diego from different departure cities?

    Nonstop flight time to San Diego varies depending on your departure city:
    • from Honolulu: 5h 20m
    • from Columbus Airport: 4h 30m
    • from Norfolk: 5h 42m
    • from Charlotte: 4h 47m
    • from Raleigh: 5h 18m

  • How many flights serve San Diego?

    San Diego receives 325 flights per day and 2,274 per week from across the world. San Francisco has the most flights to San Diego, with 161 weekly flights.

  • How do I know if a flight to San Diego is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to San Diego is around $231 round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to San Diego?

    Last-minute fares to San Diego – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 28% above the average round-trip fare of $345.

  • Which airlines should I consider for flights to San Diego?

Your guide to booking San Diego flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to San Diego, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 34% versus last-minute pricing based on KAYAK booking data over the last 12 months.
  • For flights to San Diego, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to land around $231 round-trip. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a strong deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, time your trip to San Diego around January. Round-trip fares historically average $300 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat-selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to evening to save up to $23 per round-trip. Evening flights to San Diego average $341 compared to $364 for morning flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class and route. On flights to San Diego, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, Alaska Airlines includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class, Southwest includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class and United Airlines includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.
  • Once you arrive in San Diego, a few great places to start are Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Convention Center and SeaWorld San Diego. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.
  • Fuel Rod offers refillable and portable charging units in San Diego International Airport (SAN). Passengers traveling through the airport can purchase and recharge the units or exchange the units for fully charged ones at the airport.
  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) provides vending machines at various locations. The vending machines are under the pedestrian bridge in Terminal 1’s Parking Lot. In Terminal 2, they are at every elevator core. Others are in the Meet and Greet area in the International Arrivals Hall.
  • Airport management at San Diego International Airport (SAN) has invented the AtYourGate service for traveler convenience. Download the app and order your favorite snack or meal from any of the cafes and restaurants located inside the airport and it will be quickly delivered to you, wherever you’re seated.
  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) is completely smoke-free indoors. However, it allows smoking in the designated areas to accommodate smoking travelers. The smoking areas are available outside the terminals and in the USO Lounge in Terminal 2.
  • Whether you’re flying to San Diego for pleasure or business, the major airport to land at is San Diego International Airport (SAN), located 3 miles northwest of downtown San Diego. With over 20 million passengers and 500 flights every day, it is easily the busiest airport in the area, with an array of services.
  • Flights to San Diego also land at Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport (MYF), one of the busiest airports in the country for small aircrafts, located 6 miles from the city. There’s also Brown Field Municipal Airport (SDM), located 13 miles southeast of downtown San Diego and only 1.5 miles north of the US-Mexico border.
  • If you're looking to convert your cash into pre-paid debit MasterCard, San Diego International Airport (SAN) has about six Ready Station self-services kiosks. You can find the stations near the ticketing counters.
  • Bank of America operates ATMs at San Diego International Airport (SAN). In Terminal 1, the ATMs are near Gates 1, 2, 5, and 13 and the lobby across the food court. In Terminal 2, you will get ATMs near Gate 36, Gates 33-51, and Gates 20-32.
  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) offers visitors a great number of amenities including free Wi-Fi, lounges and mini-spas, a variety of both locally-owned and nationally-known eateries and shops. Tours of the airport are organized for travelers on set dates or upon request.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to San Diego

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to San Diego? 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.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4215 reviews
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
7.0Food
7.5Entertainment
8.6Crew
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Seated at front bulkhead for a smidge extra leg room away from home and on flight back home. Away crew was very proactive about assuring our carryons had space close behind us (because no seat in front of us our personal items had to be in a small bin overhead). They actively required passengers place overhead luggage on its side so more items could fit in bins. Home crew made no such efforts. I had to struggle back rows to get overhead bags upon landing, no crew help then either, and some disgruntled passengers as I and others retrieved our bags. There was a system that worked pretty well. The home bound crew just didn't feel like working.

4.0 OkayMather, Aug 2026
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Seated at front bulkhead for a smidge extra leg room away from home and on flight back home. Away crew was very proactive about assuring our carryons had space close behind us (because no seat in front of us our personal items had to be in a small bin overhead). They actively required passengers place overhead luggage on its side so more items could fit in bins. Home crew made no such efforts. I had to struggle back rows to get overhead bags upon landing, no crew help then either, and some disgruntled passengers as I and others retrieved our bags. There was a system that worked pretty well. The home bound crew just didn't feel like working.

3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

The flight crew was extremely rude and especially not helpful when our flight was delayed.

Delays delays delays. Late taking off, late landing, wait for a gate, etc.

First time traveling on Southwest since bag fees were implemented. Usual good service. Just more expensive now.

Plane late from DC to Austin 30 minutes. Crew made up much of the time enroute to San Diego.

Our first flight was so delayed that we had 10 mins to board the next one. We requested if the flight attendant could allow us off there plane first and they denied our request even though I have seen this done before. Luck was on our side that we didn’t miss our next flight.

Everything was great except for the in-flight wifi that wasn't working.

It was great! The new boeing has much more space and charging ports!

Took a little longer than normal, but the process is clear and easy to understand.

I am truely disappointed in the delays. I have been flying Alaska Airlines for years and years and have always had the most amazing experiences. Not what has happened with being on time. Flying from SAN to PDX delayed. Then .PRX to SAN delayed,

Was very easy to board but when you get to the confirmation board it was too high for me to see even with my glasses so I just hoped that I was lead to the right gate and waited for boarding.

The crew at the airport and in flight were excellent, the seats were a bit cramped but I am tall so maybe someone shorter wouldn’t care. Not many food options unless you know to pre-order. I would definitely fly them again but would pay for emergency row and bring food. Flight was perfect, arrived a little early.

A refund because I never got on any you guys never canceled it in the first place

They removed the cover off my checked bag and threw it away.

Your seats do not recline more than 2”. That’s a shame on a 5+ hours flight especially overnight flight. Garbage airline

It was delayed seven hours and we did not take it

It was a terrible flight! We were delayed 2 hours just sitting on the plane on the way from San Diego to Raleigh. Coming back, we were delayed again in Raleigh for about 40 minutes, when we got to San Francisco, we got delayed again due to no gate available. We missed our flight to Fresno due to all the delays!!! We had to wait in a long line to get compensated to stay in a hotel and this was about mid-night! The staff that talked to us did not even apologize for the inconvenience that happened! We were already tired from traveling and we had to deal with all the delays! The company has no consideration of their customer's time. We completely wasted one whole day just dealing with this delay and had to get another sitter for our dog because we couldn't get home that night. This experience was very bad and I would not want to fly Alaska airlines again and would not recommend it to anybody!

The problem was going through San Diego, a trip that's become a new development.

Flight was canceled in good weather due to mechanical issue. Rebooked to flight to different airport in area that landed 7 hours after initially planned arrival. We had to jump through hoops to get taxi reimbursement given flight landed in different airport at 12:45 am.

Both of my flights to and from JFK experienced significant delays. Most notably, my first flight was delayed by six hours due to crew members being affected by delays on a previous flight. While I understand that disruptions can occur, Delta’s staffing and operational planning should include sufficient contingency measures to handle situations like this rather than placing the full burden of those delays on customers. Additionally, the $12 meal voucher offered as compensation was inadequate, particularly given the high cost of food and beverages at the airport. Considering the length of the delay and the substantial inconvenience caused, I believe more meaningful compensation would have been appropriate.

Crew was real good, flight was smooth and came in early.

Gate agent rushed to fill hot jetway with crowd so it took over 12 minutes to go from gate to plane. Just like a discount airline Pooly prepared cabin and third time that claim of rough air prevented any cabin service. Friends on a Southwest flight at similar time had service.

Not a "Delta" issue, but a JFK issue: We booked a connecting flight with 3 1/2 hours between to clearn immigration and customs. Our inbound flight (BCN to JFK) was on the taxiway 45 minutes which ate into our layover time. Immigtration was insanely quick with the CBP MPC app; however, clearing TSA (again, after we were ALREADY cleared in Spain on the inbound international flight) took over 95 minutes. This left us with 10 minutes before boarding the connecting flight (JFK to SAN) to walk to the far end of Terminal 4 and try to find food. We didn't find any food that could promise to serve us in under 10 minutes so we boarded the Delta flight after coming off a plance and an 8-hour flight knowing that we wouldn't be served any food on the next 5 1/2 hour flight. I feel like Delta needs to put pressure on the JFK TSA to open more screening stations (by our count, we saw only 5 scanners open and a line of - as we said - over 90 minutes. The insult is that we WERE ALREADY SCREENED through TSA, but as you come off one flight into the USA, you have to go through the whole process again. It seems like if you have a connecting flight, there should be a way to pass through immigration and customs without needing to return through TSA.

Rough day of travel all the way around. Wrong info given to us multiple times and mistakes in their booking making our trip 10 hours longer than planned. I’m bummed because I fly Delta all the time and love them. Mistakes happen. Just bummed that this was a rare trip our whole family was traveling together.

It was good until there was a 3 hour delay because there was not any pilots to fly the plane.

Everything was very good other than I had selected a specific seat when I booked the flight and they changed it once I checked-in the day before my flight. I was still in first class but lost my aisle seat for a window seat. Being tall, the aisle offers more comfort so I always select an aisle seat.

Flight diverted in SD. Later take off in Seattle by 1.3hrs

Was a great smooth flight from Detroit to San Diego.

The boarding process was terrible especially with an indirect flight Chicago to Seattle to San Diego was terrible talking about we overbooked a flight idk if I’d take this airline ever again we got off our flight from Chicago to Seattle and we traveled for business and they told us our connecting flight was over booked and their was no seats asking people to take a delayed next flight and they don’t tell anyone coughing to wear masks seats 30A-B were terrible during the flight no one wants to sit next to people coughing all around I don’t want to be sick traveling for work or get sick anytime it’s very upsetting the staff doesn’t take this stuff serious to tell them to wear masks when they see people coughing and sneezing

The app logs you out right when you are boarding requiring all passwords and reservation number for the flight. Super annoying

The pre-order only approach for fresh food is really challenging

Delayed 2 hours while stuck on the aircraft. If the luggage was properly loaded the first time we probably wouldn’t have been delayed at all

UA594 was delayed multiple times. I ended up getting picked up so I can make it in time for work 6AM on Monday, 7/6/2026

Horrific. They missed my connecting flight to San Diego. I didn’t get there until Monday at 9am when I had a mandatory court settlement conference scheduled at 6am since we had parties on the east coast. This caused many issues. All because United apparently forgot to hold the doors open until my flight landed that only had a 10 minute delay. This was the last flight to Southern California. So I couldn’t even rent a car to finish the trip. United cannot be trusted when traveling on specific days and times since weather didn’t have anything to do with the delays.

Was a pain having to leave the plane and reboard but glad the plane was fixed

Connecting flights were poor,especially in Naples.our Lufthansa air bus was a joke.way too small for that long of a flight.no room at all.couldn’t even get out of the seats to move around or go to the bathrooms.we thought we were getting an actual air bus,double decker.i will never fly that long in a plane like that again.kind of misleading to call it an air bus.we actually had more room on our buses that we used.

For a 22 minute flight all you expect is for it to be safe and comfortable

Lost connnection had to stayON in Chicago Was a mess

Booked economy through United - air canada treated it as standby and was almost refused boarding.

Awful! We boarded and then sat on the plane for 50 mins before having to deplane due to a maintenance issue which should have been addressed before boarding. Then we had to change terminals as there was no other plane for us at the current terminal. Then we waited another 2 and a half hours to board again only to wait for 50 mins on the plane again for the snacks to be brought from the broken plane. And once we were on the flight we still only got the complimentary cookie and soda or water. No food vouchers provided even though we had waited over 3 hours for our flight.

Delayed for mechanical and no updates on what was happening and how long the delay might be.

We are too tired and frustrated to comment politely at this point

My flight was delayed for several hours. Sitting at gate 16 for several hours, I got a text from Kayak the gate changed to 9 before it was announced. Very bad communication at each gate from American Airlines employees. I received 10 notifications of delay from Kayak. My vacation started off horrible! I will write to American Airlines corporate office also.

The service and food needs to improve to catch up with other international flights

The flight crew was fantastic! Which the seats had a small TV.

also wi-fi never worked attendant said satellite coverage is spotty over water ..... but we were over land!

They attended to my needs as I couldn't walk and they provided a wheelchair for me.q

This time my flight was smooth and uneventful. They started boarding even earlier than it was scheduled. I was pleasantly surprised. Thank you!

Boarding was a mess - the agent basically called every group in rapid succession, so there was no organization at all. The economy seats are a joke, and main cabin extra seats were sold out when I purchased my flight. As such, I was locked in the same position for four hours. Being 6’6”, it was impossible to get my bag out from under the seat in front of me, and I couldn’t have used my laptop even if my bag were accessible due to the minuscule seat pitch. Also the wifi was broken. American is a joke - can’t wait until they merge with Spirit.

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