- Must visit
USS Midway Museum
Museum aboard the historic aircraft carrier USS Midway with restored aircraft, flight deck exhibits, and audio tours on San Diego Bay.
Flights from Boston, MA to San Diego, CA depart on average 62 times per day, taking around 6h 49m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $125 (€101) if you book in advance.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 23:58. The fastest flight covers the 2578 miles (4150 km) distance in 6h 18m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 2578 miles (4150 km) |
Average flight duration 6h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $125 (€101) |
Flights per day 62 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 6h 18m |
First flight 5:00 AM |
Last flight 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Cheapest price
$240
Average price
$687
Fastest journey
6 h 5 m
Average duration
6 h 10 m
Flights per day
86
Distance
4150 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Boston, MA to San Diego, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston, MA to San Diego, CA will cost around $687 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $240.
Of the 86 flights that leave Boston, MA for San Diego, CA onThu, Jun 18, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 18 the direct flights cover the 4150 km distance in an average of 6 h 10 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 6 h 5 m .
On Thu, Jun 18 the longest flights will take 6 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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AA909 · AA2458
AA872 · AA1924
AA1592 · AA2457
AA1610 · AA899
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AA9416Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to San Diego, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $174. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 1.2 - 3.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $174, and a train costs an average of $295.
Distance: 2578 miles (4150 km)
Most popular Flight | Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$315 Average price | $923 Average price | $283 Average price Cheapest | $682 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 49m Average total duration Fastest 6h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 69h 54m Average total duration 69h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 71h 58m Average total duration 71h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
12.4 - 24.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 4.1 - 10.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Boston, MA to San Diego, CA:
A bus is $33 (€26) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Boston, MA to San Diego, CA costing on average $315 (€255).
A bus is $641 (€518) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Boston, MA to San Diego, CA costing on average $923 (€747).
Other travel options to San Diego, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 69h 24m.
Bus takes on average 71h 28m.
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to San Diego, CA flights for today, Wednesday, June 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:50 AM Boston, MA | 6h18 | 5:08 PM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:10 AM Boston, MA | 6h34 | 5:44 PM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:26 PM Boston, MA | 8h39 | 9:05 PM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:59 PM Boston, MA | 9h25 | 3:24 AM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:05 PM Boston, MA | 10h44 | 5:49 AM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:29 PM Boston, MA | 6h30 | 3:59 AM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:40 PM Boston, MA | 6h41 | 4:21 AM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:44 PM Boston, MA | 6h45 | 5:29 AM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Scenic cove known for sea lions, clear water, coastal cliffs, and highly shareable sunset and ocean-view walks.
Wide sandy beach beside the Hotel del Coronado, popular for walking, photography, and classic Southern California scenery.
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Tip 18-20% at restaurants, 20%+ for great service. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff and valet.
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