Fares from Phoenix to San Diego
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Nonstop flights
| Airline | From | To |
|---|
| American Airlines | PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport | SAN San Diego International Airport |
| Alaska Airlines | PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport | SAN San Diego International Airport |
| Frontier Airlines | PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport | SAN San Diego International Airport |
| Southwest Airlines | PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport | SAN San Diego International Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
Getting from the airport into San Diego
| How | Route | Time | Cost |
|---|
| Bus | MTS Route 992 to the Santa Fe Depot downtown, every 15 minutes | about 15m | $3.00 one way (adult) |
| Shuttle | Free San Diego Flyer shuttle to Old Town Transit Center for trolley and train connections | – | free |
Before you go
Domestic travel: a REAL ID-compliant license or other acceptable ID, such as a US passport, is required to board flights within the US.
San Diego is 1 hour behind Phoenix in January and the same time as it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently. San Diego uses the US dollar (USD).
Read the San Diego guide: when to go, weather, airports and tips
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Phoenix to San Diego?
Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
Which airlines fly nonstop from Phoenix to San Diego?
As of October 2026, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly this route nonstop.
How far is San Diego from Phoenix?
About 299 miles (481 km), measured between the city centres.
What is the time difference?
San Diego is 1 hour behind Phoenix in January and the same time as it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently.
What ID do I need to fly to San Diego?
Domestic travel: a REAL ID-compliant license or other acceptable ID, such as a US passport, is required to board flights within the US.
How do I get from San Diego International Airport into San Diego?
MTS Route 992 to the Santa Fe Depot downtown, every 15 minutes, about 15 minutes, $3.00 one way (adult).
Sources
Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.