$119 Cheap Flights from San Diego (SAN) to San José del Cabo (SJD)

Popular airlines from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Los Cabos Intl. Airport (SJD)

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Cheap Flights from San Diego to San José del Cabo (SAN-SJD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $119 for one-way flights and $277 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flights from San Diego (SAN) to San José del Cabo (SJD)
Origin airport
San Diego Intl.
Destination airport
Los Cabos Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$277
Distance
802 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 21 mins

San Diego to San José del Cabo Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Diego to San José del Cabo

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Diego to San José del Cabo are during the month of June. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Diego to San José del Cabo with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from San Diego to San José del Cabo

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Diego to San José del Cabo: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Diego to San José del Cabo

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Diego to San José del Cabo in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $119 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Diego to San José del Cabo flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Diego to San José del Cabo airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to SJD?
Purchase your ticket with Alaska Airlines and you can expect to be cruising the skies for approximately 1 hour and 12 minutes. This popular airline has a direct flight that takes off at 10:09AM from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) and touches down at SJD at 11:21AM. Expedia has some of the best deals around, so check out what’s on offer on this route today.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Diego Airport to Los Cabos Airport last minute?
Being the spontaneous type is a terrific way to travel, but it’s not always the smartest method to find a bargain plane ticket. Consider booking your San Diego Airport to SJD trip ahead of time rather than leaving it to the last minute. Based on flight pricing and demand studies in 2022, we have found that the best time to book domestic flights is between 28 – 35 days ahead of the departure date, and international flights three to four months in advance. Leave your spontaneous side for when you’re discovering SJD!
What airports do you fly into for Cabo San Lucas from San Diego?
Los Cabos Intl. Airport (SJD) is where San Diego to Cabo San Lucas flights touch down. It’s located around 25 mi northeast of downtown Cabo San Lucas. You can pick up exceptional deals on flights, hotels and more when you book your Cabo San Lucas getaway with Expedia.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Diego Airport to Los Cabos Intl. Airport (SJD)?
The most popular departure times for journeys from San Diego Airport to Los Cabos Intl. Airport (SJD) fall between 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM on Alaska Airlines. Our tip is to take off in the morning. The earlier you go, the better your odds of a delay-free flight with less air traffic in the skies.
Can I change the date of my flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Los Cabos Airport?
It’s a breeze to make amendments to your San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Los Cabos Intl. Airport (SJD) trip yourself. Simply go to the Expedia Trips portal and click on “change flight.” Search for new flights and lock in the one that better fits your plans. You’ll see an estimate of any flight change costs. You can also visit our Customer Service portal to chat to our Virtual Agent and quickly get answers to all your questions.

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