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Quick Flight Summary from Philadelphia to San Diego

Key numbers to know before you book

  • Lowest recent price
    $ 425
  • Direct flight duration 13 hour 54 min
  • Arrival airports SAN / CLD / NKX / NZY
  • Best days to book Thursday, Saturday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    $ 265

Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to San Diego

Cheapest Direct Flight

United Airlines

United Airlines
10 Sep, Thu06:25
Philadelphia – San Diego
8h
Non-stop
PHLSAN

United Airlines

United Airlines
5 Sep, Sat08:20
Philadelphia – San Diego
9h 42m
1 stop
PHLSAN

United Airlines

United Airlines
23 Aug, Sun06:00
Philadelphia – San Diego
10h 44m
1 stop
PHLSAN

United Airlines

United Airlines
24 Sep, Thu06:00
Philadelphia – San Diego
9h 18m
1 stop
PHLSAN

American Airlines

American Airlines
13 Sep, Sun22:20
Philadelphia – San Diego
13h 54m
1 stop
PHLSAN

Last update: 22 August 2026 20:45

Estimated Prices for Philadelphia to San Diego Flights

Cheapest Day13 September Sunday
Best Price
$ 411
Average Price
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Key Features of the Airlines

Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.

Transportation to Airport from Philadelphia City Center

Philadelphia Intl. Airport

Passengers in Philadelphia can travel to Philadelphia International Airport using many different means of transportation. Passengers who prefer trains and taxis in general, can sometimes use alternative means of transportation such as rental bicycles and cars.

Taxi

Taxis waiting for passengers in almost every street of the city can take their passengers to the Philadelphia International Airport in almost 15 minutes.

Train

Trains between Jefferson Railway Station in the city center and Philadelphia International Airport run from 04:16 to 23:16, on thirty minutes intervals. Passengers who want to use trains, with stops at all terminals in the airport, need to buy tickets.

Bicycle

Those who do not have large suitcases and want a private trip avoiding traffic can arrive at the Philadelphia International Airport, about 17 kilometers from the city center, in about an hour by renting bicycles. You can make a safe and pleasant journey thanks the private route, which is reserved for cyclists, between the airport and the city center. You can leave the bicycle you rented from Indego Company, which has many stations in the city, to the bicycle slots in the parking areas of the airport.

Car Rental

Those who want to use a private car in Philadelphia, which is one of the most beautiful cities in the United States, can rent cars from Avis, Budget, Enterprise and Alamo. After arriving at the airport, you can deliver the rental car to the officials of the same companies in the airport parking area and complete your transactions.

Airport Information

Philadelphia International Airport has a single terminal building that covers a very large area. There is wireless internet facility in every corner of the terminal building. There is a 24/7 shop for lost goods, a large number of cash dispensers, and a charging station for electronic devices such as mobiles and tablets. Baby rooms are specially designed for passengers with children and can be used free of charge for the first 30 minutes. Animal care rooms are also offered to passengers as a special service. At the airport there is also an exhibition hall where cultural events are occasionally held.

The airport hosts a large number of shops where you can shop. The most prominent of these stores are as follows: Afaze, Aldo Lamberti Trattoria, B-iconic, Barb’s Harley Davidson, Brooks Brothers, CNBC News, Gap, Finish Line, Hudson News, InMotion Entertainment, Magic Shoe Shine, Johnston & Murphy, Minute Suites, Pandora, Roster, Swarovski, Tech Stop.

There also many places where you can order food and drink at the airport. These places are Dunkin Donuts, Guava & Java, Chopotle, Chibotle, Cibo Bistro & Wine Bar, Geno's Steaks, Far East, Famous Famiglia, Dunkin Donuts, Asian Chao, Au Bon Pain, Auntie Anne's Pretzels, Bruegger's Bagels, Burrito Elito, Jack Duggan's Pub & Restaurant, McDonald's, Local Tavern, Legal Sea Foods, Le Bus Cafe, PinkBerry, Red Mango, Sbarro, Starbucks, Smashburger and Tagliere.

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

Friday
21 Aug
Cloudy
27°20°
Today
Saturday
22 Aug
Fog
25°20°
Sunday
23 Aug
Fog
30°19°
Monday
24 Aug
Cloudy
29°24°
Tuesday
25 Aug
Clear
30°24°

Flights with Alternative Departure Locations Philadelphia San Diego

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Philadelphia-San Diego flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Philadelphia-San Diego flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Philadelphia-San Diego flights, you can use Philadelphia Intl. Airport, Philadelphia Railway Station, Trenton Mercer 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 Philadelphia-San Diego is 3813 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 4 hour 40 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Philadelphia-San Diego flights is Monday.
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 American Airlines starts from approximately $ 411.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
American Airlines
$ 411
1 piece cabin baggage / Penalty-Free Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / In-flight Entertainment

Last update: 13.08.2026

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