- 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 Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA depart on average 73 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $87 (€71) if you book in advance.
There are 7 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest flight covers the 1063 miles (1712 km) distance in 2h 48m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1063 miles (1712 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $87 (€71) |
Flights per day 73 |
Direct flights 7 |
Fastest flight 2h 48m |
First flight 12:05 AM |
Last flight 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
Cheapest price
$196
Average price
$436
Fastest journey
2 h 49 m
Average duration
2 h 52 m
Flights per day
108
Distance
1712 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA will cost around $436 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $196.
Of the 108 flights that leave Seattle, WA for San Diego, CA onFri, Jun 19, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct flights cover the 1712 km distance in an average of 2 h 52 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 49 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the longest flights will take 2 h 54 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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AA7523Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $107. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $107, and a flight costs an average of $87.
Distance: 1063 miles (1712 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$309 Average price | $291 Average price | $240 Average price Cheapest |
6h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 37h 4m Average total duration 36h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31h 54m Average total duration 31h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA:
A bus is $52 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA costing on average $291 (€239).
A bus is $69 (€57) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA costing on average $309 (€253).
Other travel options to San Diego, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 31h 24m.
Train takes on average 36h 34m.
The table below shows live departures for Seattle, WA to San Diego, CA flights for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AS593 · AS2028 | 9:59 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 6h36 | 4:35 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS1380 · AS3439 | 10:01 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 5h13 | 3:14 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS1380 · AS3036 | 10:01 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 9h20 | 7:21 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA7486 | 10:03 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 2h58 | 1:01 PM San Diego International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AS467 | 10:03 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 2h58 | 1:01 PM San Diego International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AS3090 · AS1312 | 10:14 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 7h15 | 5:29 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA707 · AA1243 | 10:23 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 9h44 | 8:07 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA707 · AA1745 | 10:23 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 8h56 | 7:19 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA707 · AA1011 | 10:23 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 12h16 | 10:39 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2523 · AA1924 | 10:27 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 11h00 | 9:27 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA737 · UA5508 | 10:29 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 9h58 | 8:27 PM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA737 · UA1754 · UA5415 | 10:29 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 9h22 | 7:51 PM San Diego International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2835 · UA1182 | 10:52 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 11h47 | 10:39 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1715 · UA5529 | 11:02 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 9h41 | 8:43 PM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2466+ AA3793 | 11:03 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 7h16 | 6:19 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA559+ AA3793 | 11:03 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 10h31 | 9:34 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS335 · AS3211 | 11:08 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 7h28 | 6:36 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS1346 | 11:26 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 2h52 | 2:18 PM San Diego International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AS738 · AS2251 | 11:31 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 8h05 | 7:36 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS738 · AS2219 | 11:31 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 9h08 | 8:39 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA767 · AA1011 | 11:43 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 10h56 | 10:39 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA767 · AA2568 | 11:43 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 12h16 | 11:59 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA767 · AA1243 | 11:43 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 8h24 | 8:07 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS733 · AS3019 | 11:51 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 7h25 | 7:16 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS1428 · AS3036 | 11:55 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 7h26 | 7:21 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS1428 · AS2406 | 11:55 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 6h25 | 6:20 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS2181 · AS1312 | 12:05 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 5h24 | 5:29 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1351 · UA5529 | 12:50 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 7h53 | 8:43 PM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS658 · AS2219 | 1:00 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 7h39 | 8:39 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS658 · AS2251 | 1:00 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 6h36 | 7:36 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2205 · UA5508 | 1:30 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 6h57 | 8:27 PM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS3204 · AS369 | 1:45 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 6h33 | 8:18 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2520 · AA2457 | 1:58 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 9h50 | 11:48 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA717 · AA2568 | 2:03 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 9h56 | 11:59 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA717 · AA1011 | 2:03 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 8h36 | 10:39 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS681 · AS2406 | 2:16 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 4h04 | 6:20 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS681 · AS3036 | 2:16 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 5h05 | 7:21 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA7523 | 2:23 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 2h54 | 5:17 PM San Diego International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AS1432 | 2:23 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 2h54 | 5:17 PM San Diego International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA655 · UA540 | 2:36 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 6h10 | 8:46 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA655 · UA1835 | 2:36 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 7h49 | 10:25 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA655 · UA5529 | 2:36 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 6h07 | 8:43 PM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS600 · AS2219 | 3:18 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 5h21 | 8:39 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA559+ AA3440 | 3:20 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 6h14 | 9:34 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5434 · UA5508 | 3:23 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 5h04 | 8:27 PM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA757 · UA1835 | 3:40 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 6h45 | 10:25 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA757 · AA2568 | 3:45 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 8h14 | 11:59 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS686 · AS369 | 3:55 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 4h23 | 8:18 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS1348 | 4:45 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 2h51 | 7:36 PM San Diego International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA1730 · UA594 | 5:06 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 6h48 | 11:54 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2866 · UA2142 | 5:20 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 7h10 | 12:30 AM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS1388 | 5:53 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 2h56 | 8:49 PM San Diego International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA6415+ AA2461 | 6:08 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 14h49 | 8:57 AM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2837 · UA2142 | 7:05 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 5h25 | 12:30 AM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS336 | 7:06 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 3h01 | 10:07 PM San Diego International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA9357 | 7:06 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 3h01 | 10:07 PM San Diego International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AS1398 | 8:07 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 2h56 | 11:03 PM San Diego International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AS1472 | 9:04 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 2h52 | 11:56 PM San Diego International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AS2461 · AS3289 | 10:40 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 9h44 | 8:24 AM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2003 · AA2462 | 11:24 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 8h58 | 8:22 AM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SY290 · SY405 | 11:59 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 10h21 | 10:20 AM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
AA2429 · AA3102 | 12:49 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 11h22 | 12:11 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2429 · AA2459 | 12:49 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 13h31 | 2:20 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5676 · UA2177 | 5:00 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 6h51 | 11:51 AM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5676 · UA5510 | 5:00 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 6h02 | 11:02 AM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2748 · UA2418 | 5:00 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 12h41 | 5:41 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5676 · UA444 | 5:00 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 4h59 | 9:59 AM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1915 · UA1940 | 5:07 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 7h34 | 12:41 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1915 · UA5507 | 5:07 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 7h53 | 1:00 PM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2748 · AA2458 | 5:10 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 12h41 | 5:51 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2748 · AA2459 | 5:10 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 9h10 | 2:20 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1635 · UA5415 | 6:06 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 13h45 | 7:51 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1635 · UA1791 · UA2855 | 6:06 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 10h01 | 4:07 PM San Diego International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA2466+ AA3792 | 6:20 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 11h59 | 6:19 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA559+ AA3792 | 6:20 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 15h14 | 9:34 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2477+ AA3792 | 6:20 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 5h30 | 11:50 AM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2470+ AA3792 | 6:20 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 9h07 | 3:27 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS1361 | 6:21 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 2h49 | 9:10 AM San Diego International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA2618 · UA745 | 7:00 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 11h30 | 6:30 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2618 · UA1182 | 7:00 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 15h39 | 10:39 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS725 · AS3479 | 7:03 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 6h36 | 1:39 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS725 · AS3482 | 7:03 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 8h02 | 3:05 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS725 · AS3426 | 7:03 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 5h16 | 12:19 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2135 · UA2461 | 7:05 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 14h19 | 9:24 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2135 · UA2418 | 7:05 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 10h36 | 5:41 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS533 · AS3313 | 7:12 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 5h01 | 12:13 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS533 · AS3311 | 7:12 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 9h14 | 4:26 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS1471 | 7:26 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 2h57 | 10:23 AM San Diego International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AS682 · AS3439 | 7:28 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 7h46 | 3:14 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS682 · AS2101 | 7:28 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 4h22 | 11:50 AM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1667 · AA1243 | 7:31 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 12h36 | 8:07 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1667 · AA2485 | 7:31 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 8h12 | 3:43 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1667 · AA1745 | 7:31 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 11h48 | 7:19 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS612 · AS2282 | 7:48 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 8h09 | 3:57 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS612 · AS2416 | 7:48 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 4h41 | 12:29 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS2072 · AS3056 | 7:55 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 9h13 | 5:08 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS2079 · AS2415 | 7:55 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 7h30 | 3:25 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2831 · UA2855 | 8:45 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 7h22 | 4:07 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2831 · UA2610 · UA5415 | 8:45 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 11h06 | 7:51 PM San Diego International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS360 · AS3123 | 8:48 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 6h58 | 3:46 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS528 · AS3337 | 8:53 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 9h16 | 6:09 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS528 · AS3479 | 8:53 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 4h46 | 1:39 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1505 · UA1302 | 8:56 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 5h59 | 2:55 PM San Diego International Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Museum aboard the historic aircraft carrier USS Midway with restored aircraft, flight deck exhibits, and audio tours on San Diego Bay.
Balboa Park art museum known for Spanish old masters, South Asian works, and rotating exhibitions in a landmark building.
Leading contemporary art museum with major postwar and current works, especially strong in Southern California and Pacific Rim artists.
Vast cultural park with gardens, museums, Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, walking paths, and some of San Diego's best photo spots.
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.
Beer-battered or grilled local fish in tortillas, usually topped with cabbage, crema, and salsa. A signature coastal San Diego staple with strong Baja influence.
A San Diego original burrito filled with carne asada, fries, cheese, and salsa. It is one of the city’s most iconic late-night and casual foods.
French fries topped with carne asada, cheese, guacamole, sour cream, and salsa. This indulgent dish is strongly associated with San Diego taco shop culture.
Popular waterfront seafood restaurant serving fresh local catch, fish tacos, and sandwiches in a relaxed harbor setting near the fishing fleet.
Historic, no-frills Mexican restaurant famous for house-made tortillas, rolled tacos, and comforting traditional plates. A beloved local institution with a classic atmosphere.
Iconic casual spot in Ocean Beach known for oversized burgers, fries, and a lively beach-town vibe. A long-standing San Diego favorite.
Prices are high by U.S. standards, especially for hotels, dining, and parking near the coast and downtown.
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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