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Flight deals from Dallas Fort Worth International to San Diego

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to San Diego? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,471. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Diego.R 1,222 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,222, select.
San Diego.R 1,235 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,235, select.
San Diego.R 1,236 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,236, select.
San Diego.R 1,319 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,319, select.
San Diego.R 1,402 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,402, select.
San Diego.R 2,154 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Dec.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,154, select.
San Diego.R 2,304 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Jan.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,304, select.
San Diego.R 2,310 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Feb.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,310, select.
San Diego.R 3,067 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,067, select.
San Diego.R 3,211 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jun.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Tue, 8 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,211, select.
San Diego.R 3,296 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 May.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Sun, 23 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,296, select.
San Diego.R 3,313 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Mar.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Sat, 13 Mar, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,313, select.
San Diego.R 4,263 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,263, select.
San Diego.R 6,396 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Apr.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Mon, 5 Apr, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,396, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dallas Fort Worth International to San Diego

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dallas Fort Worth International to San Diego flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from R 3,067
Aug
from R 1,222
Sep
from R 1,235
Oct
from R 1,236
Nov
from R 1,319
Dec
from R 2,154
Jan
from R 2,304
Feb
from R 2,310
Mar
from R 3,313
Apr
from R 6,396
May
from R 3,296
Jun
from R 3,211

Direct flights from Dallas Fort Worth International to San Diego

Alternative Dallas Fort Worth International to San Diego routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Dallas Fort Worth International to San Diego? You could fly into the following airports instead.

San Diego International

4km from central San Diego
ClosestCheapest
from R 1,222
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McClellan-Palomar

48km from central San Diego
from R 3,230
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Dallas to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,222
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time3 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week403

Finding cheap flights from Dallas Fort Worth International to San Diego: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in San Diego: San Diego International and McClellan-Palomar.
The best price we found for a return flight from Dallas Fort Worth International to San Diego is R 2,445. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Dallas Fort Worth International to San Diego.
American Airlines, Qatar Airways and British Airways fly direct from Dallas Fort Worth International to San Diego.
As of July 2026, there are 403 flights per week flying from Dallas Fort Worth International to San Diego.
The cheapest month to fly from Dallas Fort Worth International to San Diego is usually September.
If you're flying from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, the cheapest airport near San Diego is San Diego International – which is 4.1 km away from the centre of San Diego. We've found flights into this airport from R 2,445.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to San Diego on Thursday, 3 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 10 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Diego but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 22°C. August is typically the warmest month in San Diego, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 10°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego.

Travelling from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to San Diego: what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to San Diego is 3 hours 10 minutes.

  • The timezone in San Diego is UTC-8. The city is two hours behind Dallas, where Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is located.

  • Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the most traveled route. When looking for your flight, you can select from 74 services each week between DFW and SAN.

  • Leave plenty of time to get on your DFW to San Diego flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • You can book a direct Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to San Diego ticket. Begin your trip at DFW and touch down at San Diego International Airport (SAN).

  • Well-known carriers that operate direct flights from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to San Diego include:

  • DFW is about 26 kilometres from central Dallas. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.

  • Looking for a hotel near DFW? If you're catching an early flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to San Diego, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

  • Of all flights departing from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, 72% arrive on time at their destination.

  • You'll find DFW at 2400 Aviation Dr.

How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to San Diego

  • R 1,222 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to San Diego flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 2,445. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.

  • To find cheap flights from DFW to San Diego, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to San Diego ticket.

  • There's no need to keep checking in to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an even better deal on cheap flights from DFW to San Diego.

  • Find an affordable flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to San Diego with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) to the centre of San Diego takes around 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 5 kilometres away.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 25 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to San Diego, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near SAN:

  • Booking your ride from San Diego International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from DFW to San Diego can help you lock in the best possible rate.

  • The address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • If you're staying in central San Diego (or just can't wait to start exploring), the city is around 48 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). Keep an eye out for any visitor information kiosks for help with directions after hopping off your flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to San Diego.

  • Following your DFW to San Diego flight, kick back at a hotel near CLD. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • Get the vehicle you prefer, not just whatever's left, by reserving your ride from CLD before your arrival. You'll also avoid paying more than you need to, especially when the airport is busy.

Best time to go to San Diego

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to San Diego. July is the most popular month for a trip to San Diego. If you like a quieter vibe, go in December.

  • Before booking a Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to San Diego plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).

  • February sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from DFW to San Diego around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about San Diego

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in San Diego right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to San Diego:

  • San Diego Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your San Diego must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to USS Midway Museum.

Explore more of the United States

  • Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of San Diego. Around 177 kilometres away to the northwest, check out popular attractions including Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl.

  • Phoenix is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 483 kilometres east of San Diego. No journey is complete without seeing Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum.

Plan the rest of your trip from Dallas to San Diego

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