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      Flight deals from Orlando International to San Diego

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Orlando International Airport to San Diego? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $356. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      San Diego.$348 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov, returning Fri, 6 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Orlando International on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $348, select.
      San Diego.$356 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Oct, returning Wed, 7 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Orlando International on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $356, select.
      San Diego.$356 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Tue, 13 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Orlando International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $356, select.
      San Diego.$357 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Tue, 29 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Orlando International on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $357, select.
      San Diego.$383 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Nov, returning Sun, 15 Nov.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Orlando International on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $383, select.
      San Diego.$390 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Feb, returning Mon, 22 Feb.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Orlando International on Fri, 19 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $390, select.
      San Diego.$398 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec, returning Sat, 5 Dec.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Orlando International on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $398, select.
      San Diego.$402 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct, returning Mon, 2 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Orlando International on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $402, select.
      San Diego.$405 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Apr, returning Tue, 13 Apr.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Orlando International on Wed, 7 Apr, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 13 Apr, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $405, select.
      San Diego.$406 per passenger.Departing Wed, 31 Mar, returning Mon, 5 Apr.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Orlando International on Wed, 31 Mar, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 5 Apr, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $406, select.
      San Diego.$406 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Feb, returning Tue, 2 Mar.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Orlando International on Tue, 23 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $406, select.
      San Diego.$412 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan, returning Thu, 28 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Orlando International on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 28 Jan, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $412, select.
      San Diego.$415 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct, returning Tue, 27 Oct.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Orlando International on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $415, select.
      San Diego.$439 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec, returning Sun, 6 Dec.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Orlando International on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $439, select.
      San Diego.$440 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Sun, 8 Nov.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Orlando International on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $440, select.
      San Diego.$442 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov, returning Tue, 29 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Orlando International on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 29 Dec, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $442, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Orlando International to San Diego

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Orlando International to San Diego flights are currently cheapest in November.
      Sep
      from $357
      Oct
      from $356
      Nov
      from $348
      Dec
      from $398
      Jan
      from $412
      Feb
      from $390
      Mar
      from $495
      Apr
      from $405
      May
      from $551
      Jun
      from $560
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      Direct flights from Orlando International to San Diego

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      American Airlines
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      Alternative Orlando International to San Diego routes

      Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Orlando International to San Diego? You could fly into the following airports instead.

      San Diego International

      4km from central San Diego
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      from $348
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      McClellan-Palomar

      48km from central San Diego
      from $650
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      Orlando to San Diego: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found$348
      Cheapest month to flyNovember
      Average flight time5 hrs, 23 mins
      Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
      Average flights per week41

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

      There are 2 airports in San Diego: San Diego International and McClellan-Palomar.
      The best price we found for a return flight from Orlando International to San Diego is $348. 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.
      5 hours and 23 minutes is the average flight time from Orlando International to San Diego.
      Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines and American Airlines fly direct from Orlando International to San Diego.
      As of September 2026, there are 40 flights per week flying from Orlando International to San Diego.
      The cheapest month to fly from Orlando International to San Diego is usually November.
      If you're flying from Orlando International Airport, the cheapest airport near San Diego is San Diego International – which is 4.1 km away from the centre of San Diego. We've found flights into this airport from $348.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Orlando International Airport to San Diego on Thursday, 5 November 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 23 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 San Diego 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 Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      In September, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. September is typically the warmest month in San Diego, when it usually averages around 24°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is March, with temperatures averaging 12°C. The rainiest month is March.
      Currently, Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego.

      Travelling from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to San Diego: what you need to know

      • The average duration of a direct flight from Orlando International Airport to San Diego is 4 hours 55 minutes.

      • San Diego is three hours behind Orlando, where Orlando International Airport is located. San Diego runs on the UTC-8 timezone.

      • With 18 weekly flights between the two airports, Orlando International Airport (MCO) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the most popular route. Alaska Airlines operates the earliest flight at 07:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest flight from MCO to SAN is with Alaska Airlines at 18:16.

      • For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your MCO to San Diego flight.

      • During popular months such as March, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during high season in general.

      • Direct Orlando International Airport to San Diego tickets are available for booking. San Diego International Airport (SAN) is where you'll arrive.

      • Alaska Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Orlando International Airport to San Diego.

      • Located around 14 kilometres from central Orlando, MCO can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.

      • Looking for a hotel close to MCO? If you're catching an early flight from Orlando International Airport to San Diego, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:

      • When it comes to Orlando International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

      • MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to San Diego

      • $164 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Orlando International Airport to San Diego flight. Return plane tickets start from $348. These fares may change depending on demand.

      • To snag cheap flights from MCO to San Diego, reserve your journey one month before your departure date.

      • June is the best month for landing an amazing deal on Orlando International Airport to San Diego tickets. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

      • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MCO to San Diego by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

      • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Orlando International Airport to San Diego by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

      Airports in San Diego

      San Diego International Airport (SAN)

      • San Diego International Airport (SAN) is around 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 15 minutes.

      • It'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

      • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Orlando International Airport to San Diego. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SAN instead:

      • To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from San Diego International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from MCO to San Diego.

      • The street address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.

      McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

      • Central San Diego is roughly 48 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). Step off your flight from Orlando International Airport to San Diego and then keep a lookout for any airport signs that'll help you get to the centre.

      • Following your MCO to San Diego flight, rest your head at a hotel close to CLD. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

      • Typically, the sooner you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Reserve your ride from CLD once your travel dates are set.

      Best time to go to San Diego

      • It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Orlando International Airport to San Diego. July is the busiest month to travel to San Diego. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in December.

      • Lock in a Orlando International Airport to San Diego plane ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).

      • Search for cheap tickets from MCO to San Diego in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.

      More about San Diego

      • Start your San Diego trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Orlando International Airport to San Diego, check out our selection of hotels including:

      • All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. San Diego Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are essential stops on your San Diego itinerary.

      Explore more of the United States

      • You've visited San Diego, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel around 177 kilometres northwest to Los Angeles to tick off its leading sights. From Hollywood Sign to Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

      • If you're ready to explore another great destination in the United States, consider Phoenix, about 483 kilometres east of San Diego. Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum are among the biggest draws.

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