Flying from Redmond Airport (RDM) to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Redmond Airport to San Diego International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
Redmond and San Diego follow the same timezone, UTC-8.
Flights from RDM to SAN start at 06:35 — the first with Alaska Airlines. The latest departure is at 18:57 with Alaska Airlines. In total, you can choose from 11 weekly Redmond Airport to San Diego International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive 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 RDM to SAN flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Alaska Airlines offers direct flights from Redmond Airport to San Diego International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in San Diego — and maybe even more of the United States if you have time.
Alaska Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With 72.55% of its services arriving as planned, Alaska Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering RDM to SAN flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Redmond Airport to San Diego International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between RDM and SAN include:
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Redmond Airport (RDM) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Redmond Airport to San Diego International Airport flight is $192. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $287. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To get cheap tickets from RDM to SAN, reserve your trip two months ahead of your departure date.
Organise your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Redmond Airport to San Diego International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from RDM to SAN by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Redmond Airport to San Diego International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Redmond Airport (RDM)
Redmond Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 82% of flights that depart RDM arrive at their destination without delay.
Redmond Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Redmond. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near RDM? If you've booked an early flight from Redmond Airport to San Diego International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SAN if you're taking a late Redmond Airport to San Diego International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Follow your own route with a San Diego International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and discover more of San Diego and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from San Diego International Airport around two weeks before you travel.
Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego
SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.
San Diego International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central San Diego. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
It'll take around 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Redmond Airport to San Diego International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit San Diego. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in San Diego is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Redmond Airport to San Diego International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RDM to SAN in February. Average temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen San Diego, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel about 177 kilometres north-west to Los Angeles to tick off its must-visit sights. From Hollywood Sign to Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl, your itinerary will be busy.
Phoenix is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 483 kilometres east of San Diego. No trip is complete without visiting Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum.

