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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego to Los Cabos International flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from San Diego to Los Cabos International

San Diego to Los Cabos International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Diego to San José del Cabo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Los Cabos International.

San Diego to San José del Cabo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$289
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time2 hrs, 24 mins
Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
Average flights per week34

Finding cheap flights from San Diego to Los Cabos International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from San Diego to Los Cabos International is $290. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 24 minutes is the average flight time from San Diego to Los Cabos International.
Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and American Airlines fly direct from San Diego to Los Cabos International.
There are 34 flights per week flying from San Diego to Los Cabos International, as of September 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Los Cabos International is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport on Thursday, October 30, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 24 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Los Cabos International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San José del Cabo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Los Cabos International is Hawaiian Airlines.

Flying from San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport (SJD): What you need to know

  • San Diego's main base, San Diego International Airport (SAN), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport (SJD).

  • Jump on a direct San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport flight and you'll be traveling for around 2 hours 20 minutes.

  • San Diego and San Jose Cabo (where Los Cabos International Airport is located) share the UTC-7 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you arrive.

  • The busiest route is from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Los Cabos International Airport (SJD), with 11 direct weekly services. If you're ready to head out sooner, the earliest flight from SAN to SJD is the 8:40am Southwest Airlines service. If a later start suits your schedule, the final departure is at 1pm with Alaska Airlines.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from San Diego to SJD.

  • With more travelers during peak seasons, it's wise to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds.

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • Get to your destination in one go from San Diego International Airport (SAN). Direct flights from San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) can be booked from here.

  • When taking off from SAN, you can take a direct flight from San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport with Alaska Airlines.

  • The majority of travelers prefer to book seats with Alaska Airlines between SAN and SJD.

  • The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance on this route is Southwest Airlines.

  • Located around 5 kilometers from central San Diego, SAN can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 20 minutes.

  • In search of a convenient hotel close to San Diego International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

  • 71.38% of flights taking off from San Diego International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

  • SAN's address is N Harbor Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • On public transport, you can travel from central San Diego to CLD in about 2 hours 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometers away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 40 minutes.

  • Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near McClellan-Palomar Airport the day before your San Diego to SJD flight:

About Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near SJD:

  • Go where the road takes you with a Los Cabos International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from America, MEX or Europcar and chase adventure across San Jose Cabo and beyond.

  • Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)

  • $118 is the best price for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport. A return flight starts from $290. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

  • To find cheap flights from San Diego to SJD, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport tickets across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.

  • Locking in a cheap plane ticket from San Diego to SJD is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a better deal is available.

  • Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.

The best time to fly from San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)

  • It's time to work out when to book your flight from San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport (SJD). July is when most people travel to San Jose Cabo. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in May.

  • The warmest month in San Jose Cabo is July, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your San Diego to SJD plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • January sees temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap tickets from San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.

More about San Jose Cabo

Explore more of Mexico

  • La Paz is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored after you've seen San Jose Cabo. Around 129 kilometers away to the north-west, its best attractions include Cabo Adventures Sea of Cortez Adventures, Balandra Beach and Malecon.

  • Around 290 kilometers north-west of San Jose Cabo, Ciudad Constitucion is another favorite stop in Mexico. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Santuario de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe, Valle Del Paraiso Park and St. Jude Thaddeus Church.

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