- Must visit
USS Midway Museum
A large aircraft carrier museum on the waterfront with restored aircraft, flight deck exhibits, and naval history. One of the city's most visited cultural attractions.
Flights from Salt Lake City, UT to San Diego, CA depart on average 51 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $94 (€78) if you book in advance.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:45, the last at 23:58. The fastest flight covers the 627 miles (1010 km) distance in 2h 3m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 627 miles (1010 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $94 (€78) |
Flights per day 51 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 2h 3m |
First flight 12:45 AM |
Last flight 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 3 days |
Cheapest price
$252
Average price
$260
Fastest journey
2 h 3 m
Average duration
2 h 56 m
Flights per day
2
Distance
1010 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City, UT to San Diego, CA will cost around $260 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $252.
Of the 2 flights that leave Salt Lake City, UT for San Diego, CA onSat, Jul 11, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 11 the direct flights cover the 1010 km distance in an average of 2 h 56 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 3 m .
On Sat, Jul 11 the longest flights will take 3 h 49 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.




Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Salt Lake City, UT to San Diego, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $122. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $122, and a train costs an average of $178.
Distance: 627 miles (1010 km)
Most popular Flight | Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$239 Average price | $338 Average price | $212 Average price Cheapest | $151 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 29h 1m Average total duration 28h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28h 50m Average total duration 28h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Salt Lake City, UT to San Diego, CA:
A bus is $27 (€22) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salt Lake City, UT to San Diego, CA costing on average $239 (€196).
A bus is $126 (€103) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salt Lake City, UT to San Diego, CA costing on average $338 (€277).
Other travel options to San Diego, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 28h 20m.
Train takes on average 28h 31m.
The table below shows live departures for Salt Lake City, UT to San Diego, CA flights for tomorrow, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:06 AM Salt Lake City, UT | 3h49 | 4:55 AM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:52 AM Salt Lake City, UT | 2h03 | 3:55 AM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Most Salt Lake City, UT to San Diego, CA flights use the Salt Lake City International Airport to San Diego International Airport airport pair, with some services landing at McClellan-Palomar Airport. Use this guide to compare Salt Lake City, UT and San Diego, CA airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Salt Lake City International Airport is 8 km from Salt Lake City city centre. Public transport options include:
Salt Lake City 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 are available, including local favorites and fast food. Top options include Market Street Grill and Smashburger.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salt Lake City International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salt Lake City International Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salt Lake City International Airport.
Nearby hotels include Hotels within walking distance, such as Hyatt Place Salt Lake City 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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