Search Flights from Phoenix to San Diego

Quick Flight Summary from Phoenix to San Diego

Key numbers to know before you book

  • Lowest recent price
    $22
  • Direct flight duration 1 hour 22 min
  • Arrival airports SAN / CLD / NKX / NZY
  • Best days to book Wednesday, Sunday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    $149

Cheapest flights from Phoenix to San Diego

Cheapest Direct Flight

Frontier Airlines

Frontier Airlines
21 Oct, Wed
Phoenix – San Diego
1h 17m
Non-stop
PHX–SAN

Frontier Airlines

Frontier Airlines
11 Nov, Wed
Phoenix – San Diego
1h 19m
Non-stop
PHX–SAN

Frontier Airlines

Frontier Airlines
20 Oct, Tue
Phoenix – San Diego
1h 17m
Non-stop
PHX–SAN

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
24 Oct, Sat
Phoenix – San Diego
4h 17m
1 stop
PHX–SAN

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
22 Oct, Thu
Phoenix – San Diego
4h 17m
1 stop
PHX–SAN

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines
18 Oct, Sun
Phoenix – San Diego
1h 38m
Non-stop
PHX–SAN

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines
25 Oct, Sun
Phoenix – San Diego
1h 24m
Non-stop
PHX–SAN

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines
29 Oct, Thu
Phoenix – San Diego
1h 38m
Non-stop
PHX–SAN

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines
1 Nov, Sun
Phoenix – San Diego
1h 19m
Non-stop
PHX–SAN

Last update: 04 October 2026 02:15

Estimated Prices for Phoenix to San Diego Flights

Cheapest Day21 October Wednesday
Best Price
$22
Average Price
$179
$259
$22
$183
04Sun
Oct
$240
05Mon
$187
06Tue
$151
07Wed
08Thu
$239
09Fri
$240
10Sat
$163
11Sun
12Mon
$153
13Tue
$259
14Wed
15Thu
$234
16Fri
17Sat
18Sun
19Mon
$78
20Tue
$22
21Wed
22Thu
23Fri
24Sat
25Sun
26Mon
27Tue
28Wed
29Thu
30Fri
31Sat
01Sun
Nov
02Mon

Key Features of the Airlines

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Transportation to Airport from Phoenix City Center

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. Airport

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is located  5 km away.  The airport is easily accessible by taxi or airport shuttle services. For those who prefer public transportation, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is also accessible by bus or tram. Many hotels in the city offer their guests airport shuttle services to the airport. Renting a car from one of the many rental car companies located in the city center is another transportation alternative to get to the airport.

Bus

Taking the bus is a convenient method of transportation to get to the airport from the city center. The Valley Metro Bus Route 13 provides transportation directly to the airport, stopping at Terminal 2. Bus Route 1, Route 44 and Route 32 provide transportation to the 44th Street PHX Sky Train Station, from there the PHX Sky Train provides transportation to the airport terminals, which are only minutes away. Bus tickets can be purchased from ticket machines or once you are on the bus. For more information about bus routes please visit Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport’s website.

Rail

Another method of transportation to get to the airport is by rail. The Valley Metro Rail provides transportation to the PHX Sky Train at the 44th St/Washington stop. The PHX Sky Train then provides direct access to the airport terminals. For more detailed information about the rail routes and stops please visit Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport’s website.

Taxi

For those who don’t want to take public transportation, taxis are the most convenient and comfortable options. Taking a taxi to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is easy and fast. It costs around 25 USD to get to the airport from the city center. Taxis are easily accessible from the city center or you can have the hotel you’re staying at call one for you. In most taxis you can pay the fare using a credit card.

Rental Car

Renting a car is another comfortable method of transportation to get to the airport. It is also a great way to get around in the city during your trip. There are several rental car companies located in the city. You can also ask your hotel to provide you with the contact information for these companies.

Shuttle Services

SuperShuttle provides convenient shuttle van services between the city and the airport 24 hours a day, every day of the week. From 9 am to 9 pm these shuttle van services run every 15 minutes yet after 9 pm they run less frequently. Shuttle service rates vary depending on your location in the city but generally range between 12 and 46 USD. You can pay in cash or with a credit card.

Hotel Shuttle Services

Many hotels located in Phoenix provide their guests with airport shuttle services. To take advantage of this service make sure to discuss it with the hotel you are staying at in advance; you will need to make a reservation and provide the hotel with some information at that time. Hotel shuttle services are an extremely practical and comfortable means of transportation but it can be a bit more expensive than taking a taxi.  

Airport Information

Located 5 km from the city center, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is the primary airport serving Phoenix, Arizona and the largest airport in the state. The airport operates international and domestic flights out of 3 passenger terminals.  Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport contains basic airport services aimed at meeting passengers’ needs as well as unique services that make the airport stand out even more. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport features a lost and found, free Wi-Fi throughout the terminals, smoking areas, ATMs, information counters, charging stations, children’s play areas lounges, as well as animal relief areas, nursing stations, self-guided tours, and museum exhibitions.

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport contains a large number of stores where you can go shopping for a variety of items, from books to clothing, souvenirs and jewelry. There are also duty free shops located at each terminal, offering passengers affordable shopping opportunities. The airport also contains a rich selection of cafes, restaurants, and bars that offer different cuisines that appeal to all palettes.

Transportation to San Diego City Center from Airport

San Diego Intl. Airport

an Diego International Airport is 5 kilometers away from the city center. It is only 10 minutes away from the city. There are many options for airport transportation. If you want to take advantage of these options, you can benefit from shuttle services, metro-bus or taxi.

Airport Shuttle Services

There are shuttle services from the airport to the city center. Shuttle fee per person is 15 dollars. You can easily reach the city center using these services.

Metro-Bus

One of the most preferred options for transportation is the metro-bus type vehicles, also known as “The Flyer”. The shuttle departs from the airport every 10 minutes. The metro-bus vehicles also have special rooms designed for you to put your luggage. So, you can reach the city center affordably and comfortably.

Taxi

Taxi is the most widely used means of transport in airport transfer. You can easily reach wherever you want, whether it is your hotel or anywhere in the city center. The taxi fare is usually low for the near neighborhoods. However, it is worth noting that you also need to tip the taxi driver up to 15% of the overall fare.

Rent a car

Although San Diego is a very big city, there is not much traffic problem in the city. With this in mind, you can rent a car. You can benefit from the companies at the airport such as Avis, National and Hertz as well as the companies at the city center.

San Diego Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Saturday
3 Oct
Clear
41°20°
Today
Sunday
4 Oct
Clear
35°22°
Monday
5 Oct
Clear
34°20°
Tuesday
6 Oct
Clear
32°26°
Wednesday
7 Oct
Clear
30°25°

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Phoenix-San Diego flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Phoenix-San Diego flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Phoenix-San Diego flights, you can use Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. Airport, Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport as departure airport, and San Diego Intl. Airport, McClellan Palomar Airport, Marine Corps Miramar Airport, NAS North Island Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Phoenix-San Diego is 494 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Phoenix-San Diego flights is Friday.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Frontier Airlines starts from approximately $22.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Frontier Airlines
$22
1 piece of handbag (45x35x20 cm cm)
Delta Air Lines
$234
Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece cabin baggage / Complimentary Refreshments / In-flight Entertainment
American Airlines
$143
Penalty-Free Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece cabin baggage / In-flight Entertainment

Last update: 29.09.2026

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