Cheap Flights from Santa Maria (SMX) to San Diego (SAN)

Popular airlines from Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)

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Flight from Santa Maria to San Diego (SMX - SAN) route information
Origin airport
Santa Maria Public
Destination airport
San Diego Intl.
Distance
382 km

Santa Maria to San Diego Flights

The easy way to book your flights from Santa Maria to San Diego 

With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to San Diego from Santa Maria whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from airlines that cover this route. There are nonstop flights to San Diego Intl., too.  

Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from Santa Maria to San Diego today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from Santa Maria Public, SMX to San Diego Intl., SAN 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Santa Maria to San Diego—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to San Diego from Santa Maria currently is just rising to .  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to San Diego  
  • Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more
  • Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times 
  • One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free! 

 

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Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to San Diego with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Santa Maria Airport to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Start packing your suitcase, because round-trip flights from SMX to San Diego Airport start from . That's based on airfares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can go up quickly, so book today to nab the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Santa Maria Airport to San Diego Airport?
This differs between airlines, as each has its own set of terms and conditions. Visit the Customer Service Portal, where you'll find simple instructions on how to cancel online.
How do I find cheap flights from SMX to SAN that have flexible change policies?
Use our "No change fees" filter to find flexible ticketing options for your flight from Santa Maria Airport to SAN. This allows you to secure a good price ahead of time and still have the freedom to reschedule without any extra fees. You'll just need to pay the difference in fare.
How far is the flight from Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
That movie you've been desperate to see will have to wait — the flight distance between SMX and SAN is only 390 kilometres. The captain will be asking you to put your seat upright for landing before you know it.
Which airlines fly direct from Santa Maria Airport to SAN?
Flying directly between SMX and San Diego Airport isn't possible right now. However, you'll still be able to find a flight to San Diego with at least one stop.
Are SMX to San Diego Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking your trip from Santa Maria Airport to San Diego Airport last minute could be your ticket to an awesome deal. However, you might miss out on a flight altogether! If you'd rather not take any chances, book well ahead of your departure date. In fact, Expedia has some of the best bargains up to a year in advance. If your preferred carrier hasn't released tickets yet, check back frequently as deals are updated on Expedia all the time.

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