Travelling from Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 5 minutes.
San Diego is two hours behind Dallas and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
Every week, there are 22 Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego International Airport flights. If you want to jet off as early as possible, take the 06:00 Southwest Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 22:30 with Southwest Airlines.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your DAL to SAN flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Jetting into San Diego (and then discovering more of United States!) is a snap with Southwest Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego International Airport.
Southwest Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Among carriers operating DAL to SAN flights, Southwest Airlines is the most consistent for on-time landings.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego International Airport. These are the top stopovers between DAL and SAN:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Albuquerque International Sunport Airport
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Currently, £86 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £192. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get cheap tickets from DAL to SAN, reserve your journey six months before your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego International Airport. If you'd like to fly 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 DAL to SAN by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
The address for DAL is 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
76.03% of flights departing from Dallas Love Field Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Dallas to Dallas Love Field Airport is approximately 10 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near DAL? If you're catching an early flight from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SAN instead:
Grab a San Diego International Airport rental car and explore San Diego and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Budget are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from San Diego International Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego
The address for SAN is Airport Drive.
San Diego International Airport is approximately 3 miles from the centre of San Diego. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to San Diego in May.
When booking your flight from Dallas Love Field Airport to San Diego International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DAL to SAN around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
San Diego has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States you should also see. Around 110 miles north-west of San Diego, a visit to Los Angeles will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Phoenix is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 300 miles east of San Diego. No trip is complete without experiencing Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.
