- Must visit
San Diego Museum of Art
Major Balboa Park museum with works from Spanish old masters to modern art, plus strong regional and international exhibitions.
Cheapest price on Oct 10
€160
Average ticket price on Oct 10
€297
Fastest journey on Oct 10
6 h 2 m
Average journey duration on Oct 10
6 h 12 m
Flights on Oct 10
53
Distance
2800 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Nashville, TN 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 Nashville, TN to San Diego, CA will cost around €297 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €160.
It's difficult to get from Nashville, TN to San Diego, CA without transferring at least once.
AA1084 · AA1160
AA1181 · AA2568
AA1313 · AA2568
AA1181 · AA1160
AA1199 · AA2568
AA2112 · AA1862
AA1199 · AA2568
AA1103 · AA648
UA241 · UA1114
AA849 · AA1058Flights from Nashville, TN to San Diego, CA depart on average 62 times per day, taking around 6h 51m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €100 if you book in advance.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest flight covers the 1739 miles (2800 km) distance in 4h 56m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1739 miles (2800 km) |
Average flight duration 6h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €100 |
Flights per day 62 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 4h 56m |
First flight 5:00 AM |
Last flight 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
The table below shows live departures for Nashville, TN to San Diego, CA flights for today, Friday, October 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AA2787 · AA1058 | 5:00 AM Nashville International Airport | 7h27 | 10:27 AM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1065 · AA1913 | 5:20 AM Nashville International Airport | 7h48 | 11:08 AM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA849 · AA3109 | 6:00 AM Nashville International Airport | 8h12 | 12:12 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA849 · AA1058 | 6:00 AM Nashville International Airport | 6h27 | 10:27 AM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA529 · UA660 | 6:00 AM Nashville International Airport | 7h25 | 11:25 AM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA281 · UA2399 | 6:15 AM Nashville International Airport | 9h02 | 1:17 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA281 · UA2491 | 6:15 AM Nashville International Airport | 6h43 | 10:58 AM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4935+ AA3134 | 6:56 AM Nashville International Airport | 7h38 | 12:34 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2583 · AA3109 | 7:00 AM Nashville International Airport | 7h12 | 12:12 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1716 · UA5507 | 7:00 AM Nashville International Airport | 7h55 | 12:55 PM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3086 · AA1851 | 7:00 AM Nashville International Airport | 7h18 | 12:18 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2465 · UA2857 · UA1302 | 7:34 AM Nashville International Airport | 9h16 | 2:50 PM San Diego International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA2510 · AA648 | 8:00 AM Nashville International Airport | 8h17 | 2:17 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA626 · UA1668 | 8:05 AM Nashville International Airport | 9h49 | 3:54 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1709 · UA2163 | 8:30 AM Nashville International Airport | 8h27 | 2:57 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1709 · UA1689 · UA582 | 8:30 AM Nashville International Airport | 10h56 | 5:26 PM San Diego International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA4746 · UA2399 | 8:45 AM Nashville International Airport | 6h32 | 1:17 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2485 · UA1626 | 9:32 AM Nashville International Airport | 12h11 | 7:43 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA691 · UA1097 · UA5508 | 9:36 AM Nashville International Airport | 13h24 | 9:00 PM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA691 · UA559 | 9:36 AM Nashville International Airport | 8h13 | 3:49 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA691 · UA1363 · UA582 | 9:36 AM Nashville International Airport | 9h50 | 5:26 PM San Diego International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA1103 · AA648 | 10:09 AM Nashville International Airport | 6h08 | 2:17 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1103 · AA2361 | 10:09 AM Nashville International Airport | 7h27 | 3:36 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA398 · UA1577 · UA5508 | 10:25 AM Nashville International Airport | 12h35 | 9:00 PM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA398 · UA2769 · UA5529 | 10:25 AM Nashville International Airport | 12h13 | 8:38 PM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA398 · UA1363 · UA582 | 10:25 AM Nashville International Airport | 9h01 | 5:26 PM San Diego International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA398 · UA1334 · UA5508 | 10:25 AM Nashville International Airport | 12h35 | 9:00 PM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA502 · UA1281 | 10:40 AM Nashville International Airport | 8h25 | 5:05 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA502 · UA774 · UA582 | 10:40 AM Nashville International Airport | 8h46 | 5:26 PM San Diego International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA1396 · AA1789 | 12:34 PM Nashville International Airport | 8h28 | 7:02 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1396 · AA2266 | 12:34 PM Nashville International Airport | 7h19 | 5:53 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1616 · UA576 · UA1100 | 12:39 PM Nashville International Airport | 9h29 | 8:08 PM San Diego International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA562+ AA5083 | 12:39 PM Nashville International Airport | 8h21 | 7:00 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2112 · AA559 | 2:15 PM Nashville International Airport | 9h22 | 9:37 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2112 · AA1862 | 2:15 PM Nashville International Airport | 6h02 | 6:17 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1766 · UA5529 | 2:27 PM Nashville International Airport | 8h11 | 8:38 PM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1766 · UA540 | 2:27 PM Nashville International Airport | 8h12 | 8:39 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1766 · UA1389 | 2:27 PM Nashville International Airport | 12h04 | 12:31 AM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA581 · UA5508 | 2:46 PM Nashville International Airport | 8h14 | 9:00 PM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA581 · UA442 | 2:46 PM Nashville International Airport | 10h11 | 10:57 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1108 · AA2227 | 2:54 PM Nashville International Airport | 8h43 | 9:37 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1084 · AA1160 | 3:10 PM Nashville International Airport | 8h36 | 9:46 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1084 · AA1243 | 3:10 PM Nashville International Airport | 6h54 | 8:04 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2500 · AA1861 | 3:38 PM Nashville International Airport | 7h55 | 9:33 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2500 · AA1785 | 3:38 PM Nashville International Airport | 9h41 | 11:19 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1181 · AA1160 | 4:50 PM Nashville International Airport | 6h56 | 9:46 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1181 · AA2568 | 4:50 PM Nashville International Airport | 8h48 | 11:38 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2126 · AA1785 | 5:43 PM Nashville International Airport | 7h36 | 11:19 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1313 · AA2568 | 6:06 PM Nashville International Airport | 7h32 | 11:38 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA276 · UA1389 | 7:07 PM Nashville International Airport | 7h24 | 12:31 AM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1199 · AA2568 | 7:31 PM Nashville International Airport | 6h07 | 11:38 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Discover the best of San Diego, CA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect San Diego, CA trip today.
Major Balboa Park museum with works from Spanish old masters to modern art, plus strong regional and international exhibitions.
Acclaimed contemporary art museum in La Jolla featuring oceanfront settings, modern works, and rotating global exhibitions.
Museum aboard a historic aircraft carrier with restored aircraft, naval exhibits, and immersive views of life at sea.
Balboa Park is San Diego's grand cultural park, packed with gardens, architecture, museums, and walkable plazas worth lingering in.
Historic Gaslamp Quarter offers Victorian-era streets, nightlife energy, and preserved downtown architecture for an atmospheric walk.
Dramatic seaside cliffs and walking paths in La Jolla, famous for waves, sea lions, and sweeping Pacific views.
A San Diego staple: grilled fish in a soft tortilla with cabbage, crema, and salsa. Popularized by Baja influence and coastal seafood culture.
French fries, carne asada, cheese, guacamole, and crema wrapped in a flour tortilla. A late-night local favorite born in San Diego taquerias.
Fresh local sea urchin served raw, prized for its rich, buttery taste. It reflects San Diego's access to Pacific seafood and sushi culture.
Celebrated sushi restaurant specializing in omakase and pristine seafood, including uni. Intimate, polished, and highly respected by locals.
Iconic casual seafood counter known for fish tacos, smoked fish, and harbor views. A classic stop for San Diego's Baja-inspired seafood style.
Refined fine-dining restaurant showcasing local seafood and seasonal California ingredients. Elegant room with one of the city's strongest reputations.
San Diego is pricey for US travel, with higher hotel rates, dining, and parking than many cities, though casual food and buses stay manageable.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, 15-20% for taxis or rideshares, and $1-2 for coffee drinks or small cafe orders.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nashville, TN to San Diego, CA by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at San Diego, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nashville, TN to San Diego, CA flights use the Nashville International Airport to San Diego International Airport airport pair, with some services landing at McClellan-Palomar Airport. Use this guide to compare Nashville, TN and San Diego, CA airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Nashville International Airport is 10 km from Nashville city centre. Public transport options include:
Nashville International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Variety of restaurants in Concourse C, including fast food and sit-down options
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout the airport.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nashville International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nashville International Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nashville International Airport.
Nearby hotels include Hotels nearby, such as Hilton shville Airport..
San Diego International Airport is 4 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
San Diego International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants in terminals 1 and 2, including fast food and sit-down options like The Counter and Phil's BBQ
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at San Diego International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at San Diego International Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Diego International Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotels nearby, Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Mari within walking distance..
McClellan-Palomar Airport has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at McClellan-Palomar Airport: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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