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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Calgary to San Diego? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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

Direct flights from Calgary to San Diego

Alternative Calgary to San Diego routes

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

Calgary to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs25,263
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 23 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week36

Finding cheap flights from Calgary 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 Calgary to San Diego is Rs37,012. 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.
3 hours and 23 minutes is the average flight time from Calgary to San Diego.
Delta and WestJet fly direct from Calgary to San Diego.
As of April 2025, there are 18 flights per week flying from Calgary to San Diego.
The cheapest month to fly from Calgary to San Diego is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Calgary 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 Rs37,012.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Calgary Airport to San Diego on Tuesday, 20 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 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 April, the average temperature is usually around 16°C. August is typically the warmest month in San Diego, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 10°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, WestJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego.

Flying from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to San Diego: what you need to know

  • Around 3 hours 21 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Calgary International Airport to San Diego.

  • San Diego is 1 hour behind Calgary, where Calgary International Airport is located. San Diego operates on the UTC-7 timezone.

  • With 5 flights a week between the two airports, Calgary International Airport (YYC) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the busiest route. WestJet operates the earliest flight at 09:25. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest flight from YYC to SAN is with WestJet at 10:30.

  • 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 enough time to catch your flight from YYC to San Diego.

  • Travelling during a popular month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • You can book a direct flight from Calgary International Airport to San Diego that lands at San Diego International Airport (SAN).

  • Book your seat with WestJet. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Calgary International Airport to San Diego.

  • You don't need a visa for United States if you have a passport from Canada and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before reserving your cheap tickets from Calgary International Airport to San Diego, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest rules.

  • The journey from central Calgary to YYC takes about 1 hour and 1 minute on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Booked an early flight from Calgary International Airport to San Diego? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near YYC:

How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to San Diego

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Calgary International Airport to San Diego is Rs25,263. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs37,012. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book 8 months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from YYC to San Diego.

  • Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Calgary International Airport to San Diego. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • Getting a cheap ticket from YYC to San Diego is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has dropped.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Calgary International Airport to San Diego. Enter your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) is around 5 kilometres from the centre of San Diego. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 9 minutes.

  • It typically takes 20 minutes if you're using public transport.

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

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • The centre of San Diego is about 56 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). After your flight from Calgary International Airport to San Diego has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 39 minutes.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 2 hours and 14 minutes.

  • After your flight from YYC to San Diego, rest your head at a hotel close to CLD. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:

Best time to go to San Diego

  • July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Calgary International Airport to San Diego while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit San Diego, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.

  • The warmest month in San Diego is August, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Calgary International Airport to San Diego in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • February has average temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Search for cheap flights from YYC to San Diego sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about San Diego

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