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Flight deals from San Diego International to Miami International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Diego International Airport to Miami International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 4,076. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Miami.R 1,908 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Miami International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,908, select.
Miami.R 1,948 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Miami International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,948, select.
Miami.R 1,992 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Miami International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,992, select.
Miami.R 2,046 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Miami International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,046, select.
Miami.R 2,871 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Miami International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,871, select.
Miami.R 3,160 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Miami International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,160, select.
Miami.R 3,313 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Jan.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Miami International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,313, select.
Miami.R 3,314 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Dec.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Miami International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,314, select.
Miami.R 3,324 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Mar.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in Miami International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,324, select.
Miami.R 3,679 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Feb.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 20 Feb, arriving in Miami International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,679, select.
Miami.R 5,224 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Aug.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from San Diego International on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Miami International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,224, select.
Miami.R 6,696 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Jun.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sat, 5 Jun, arriving in Miami International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,696, select.
Miami.R 6,715 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Oct.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Miami International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,715, select.
Miami.R 6,795 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Dec.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from San Diego International on Tue, 29 Dec, arriving in Miami International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,795, select.
Miami.R 6,817 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from San Diego International on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Miami International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,817, select.
Miami.R 7,762 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from San Diego International on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Miami International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,762, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego International to Miami International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego International to Miami International flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from R 2,871
Aug
from R 1,908
Sep
from R 1,992
Oct
from R 1,948
Nov
from R 2,046
Dec
from R 3,314
Jan
from R 3,313
Feb
from R 3,679
Mar
from R 3,324
Apr
from R 7,889
May
from R 7,913
Jun
from R 6,696

Direct flights from San Diego International to Miami International

San Diego International to Miami International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Diego International to Miami below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Miami International.

Miami International

9km from central Miami
Closest
from R 1,908
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Miami Opa Locka

17km from central Miami
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Fort Lauderdale International

34km from central Miami
Cheapest
from R 1,891
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Fort Lauderdale Executive

48km from central Miami
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San Diego to Miami: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,908
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time5 hrs, 2 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week43

Finding cheap flights from San Diego International to Miami International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego International to Miami International is R 4,076. 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.
5 hours and 2 minutes is the average flight time from San Diego International to Miami International.
American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and GOL Linhas Aéreas fly direct from San Diego International to Miami International.
As of July 2026, there are 43 flights per week flying from San Diego International to Miami International.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego International to Miami International is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Diego International Airport to Miami International Airport on Monday, 24 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 2 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 Miami International 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 Miami is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Frontier Airlines and American Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Miami International.

Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Miami International Airport (MIA): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from San Diego International Airport to Miami International Airport is 5 hours.

  • Miami's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Miami three hours ahead of San Diego.

  • Flights from SAN to MIA start from 06:24 — the earliest with American Airlines. The last departure is at 23:00 with American Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 13 weekly San Diego International Airport to Miami International Airport flights.

  • Your SAN to MIA flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Flying into Miami (and then exploring more of the United States!) is a breeze with American Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from San Diego International Airport to Miami International Airport.

  • Most passengers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.

  • American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating SAN to MIA flights. An exceptional 83.67% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.

  • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Diego International Airport to Miami International Airport. These are the top stopovers between SAN and MIA:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport

    • Dallas Fort Worth International Airport

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Miami International Airport (MIA)

  • At the moment, R 1,908 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Miami International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 4,076. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.

  • It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from SAN to MIA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from San Diego International Airport to Miami International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SAN to MIA by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from San Diego International Airport to Miami International Airport.

Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.

  • 74% of flights taking off from San Diego International Airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • Central San Diego to San Diego International Airport is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.

  • You can expect a trip time of about 25 minutes when using public transport.

  • Have an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Miami International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near SAN:

Arriving at Miami International Airport (MIA)

  • If you're coming in on a late San Diego International Airport to Miami International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near MIA:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Miami International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from A&G Car Rental, MLC or Dollar to explore Miami and beyond.

  • Booking your ride from Miami International Airport around one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.

Getting from Miami International Airport (MIA) to central Miami

  • The address for MIA is 4200 N.W. 21 Street.

  • Miami International Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Miami. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.

  • It typically takes 35 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Miami International Airport (MIA)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from San Diego International Airport to Miami International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Miami in September.

  • Lock in your flight from San Diego International Airport to Miami International Airport for August if you want to visit Miami during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 27ºC (81ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SAN to MIA around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of the United States

  • You've visited Miami, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel around 338 kilometres north-west to Tampa to check off its leading sights. From Busch Gardens Tampa to The Florida Aquarium and ZooTampa at Lowry Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Around 338 kilometres north of Miami, Orlando is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Hogwarts, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Jurassic world.

Plan the rest of your trip from San Diego to Miami

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