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CLDLAXSat, 03 Oct
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Lowest fareUS$278United Airlines
Fastest3h 8mgate to gate
Options found49flights on this route
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Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
AirLine Private
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
$643
Flight DetailsCLD to LAX - 9H :27 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
AA
American Airlines
AA-4022
06:00
2026-10-03
San Diego (CLD)Carlsbad
12H :25 M
1 Stop
PHX
· 9h 45m Phoenix (PHX), United States
18:25
2026-10-03
LOS ANGELES (LAX)Los Angeles International
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
0 Pieces 2 Pieces
$530
Flight DetailsCLD to LAX - 12H :25 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 0 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
AirLine Private
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
$643
Flight DetailsCLD to LAX - 12H :25 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
United Airlines
UA-5519
07:20
2026-10-03
San Diego (CLD)Carlsbad
4H :41 M
1 Stop
SFO
· 1h 16m San Francisco (SFO), United States
12:01
2026-10-03
LOS ANGELES (LAX)Los Angeles International
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
0 Pieces 1 Pieces
$535
Flight DetailsCLD to LAX - 4H :41 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 0 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
AirLine Private
0 Pieces 1 Pieces
$908
Flight DetailsCLD to LAX - 4H :41 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 0 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
United Airlines
UA-5519
07:20
2026-10-03
San Diego (CLD)Carlsbad
6H :42 M
1 Stop
SFO
· 3h 19m San Francisco (SFO), United States
14:02
2026-10-03
LOS ANGELES (LAX)Los Angeles International
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
0 Pieces 1 Pieces
$535
Flight DetailsCLD to LAX - 6H :42 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 0 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
AirLine Private
0 Pieces 1 Pieces
$908
Flight DetailsCLD to LAX - 6H :42 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 0 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
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Today's Airfare Highlights
Selected flight highlights for 03 Oct 2026.
Lowest fare$278United Airlines13:04
Earliest departure$530American Airlines06:00
Shortest duration$662American Airlines12:19
Night
00:00-05:59
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06:00-11:59
$401United Airlines at 07:20Afternoon
12:00-17:59
$278United Airlines at 13:04Evening
18:00-23:59
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Departure & Arrival Airport Details
San Diego (CLD)
Carlsbad
United States
GMT -8
Latitude: 33.12829971
Longitude: -117.2799988
Los Angeles (LAX)
Los Angeles International
United States
GMT -8
Latitude: 33.94250107
Longitude: -118.4079971
Distance: San Diego (CLD), United States to Los Angeles (LAX), United States - 138.30 km
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How to travel San Diego to Los Angeles
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Connecting flight₹26,563Longer — includes a stop49 options
Air distance is about 138 km. FlyX does not currently sell a bus on this pair. 2 airlines operate this route.
Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.
Airlines flying from San Diego to Los Angeles
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UN
United Airlines Flights
from $27836 flights
Fares from
$278
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
36 — compare timings in the list above
AM
American Airlines Flights
from $42613 flights
Fares from
$426
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
13 — compare timings in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
3h 8m · American Airlines
First departure of the day
06:00 · American Airlines
Last departure of the day
17:02 · American Airlines
Options in this snapshot
49
Airport codes
San Diego–CLD, Los Angeles–LAX
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
Around 49 flights appear in the dated route snapshot. Departures run through the day — the first flight leaves around 06:00 and the last around 17:02. The fastest flight takes about 3h 8m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Afternoon from $278, Morning from $401. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking San Diego to Los Angeles flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. Across the dates currently loaded for San Diego to Los Angeles, Saturday shows the lowest fare at $278. That is an observed snapshot for these dates, not a rule that holds every week.
How far is San Diego from Los Angeles by air?
The direct air distance between San Diego (CLD) and Los Angeles (LAX) is about 138 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from CLD to LAX?
Not for the dates currently loaded - every San Diego to Los Angeles option showing right now has at least one stop. Non-stop service can differ by season and by day, so it is worth checking nearby dates before you decide.
Which airlines fly San Diego to Los Angeles?
United Airlines and American Airlines are showing on this route for the dates currently loaded. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from San Diego to Los Angeles?
Every option currently loaded has at least one stop, and the shortest total journey time is about 3h 8m including the layover. Non-stop service on this route can vary by season and by day.
What is the cheapest San Diego to Los Angeles flight fare?
The lowest fare showing on San Diego to Los Angeles for the dates currently loaded is $278. Fares on the same dates run up to $663, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline pricing moves continuously, so treat this as a dated observation rather than a fixed price.
What time do San Diego to Los Angeles flights depart?
For the dates currently loaded the first departure is around 06:00 and the last is around 17:02, local time at San Diego. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Approx route distance: 138.30 km.
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Lowest San Diego to Los Angeles airfare today, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare Today
$278
03/10/2026
United Airlines
13:04
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
$272
13/10/2026
United Airlines
13:04
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
$264
12/12/2026
United Airlines
13:04
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San Diego to Los Angeles Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between San Diego and Los Angeles is approximately 138 KM. The flight duration ranges from 3H :08 M up to 19H :16 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.
San Diego to Los Angeles Flight Schedule and Timing
Around 49 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from San Diego at 06:00, while the last night flight leaves at 17:02. Flights depart from Carlsbad and land at Los Angeles International.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
San Diego to Los Angeles
Aerial Distance
138 KM
Flight Duration
3H :08 M - 19H :16 M
Airport Codes
San Diego - CLD, Los Angeles - LAX
Total Flights Available
49 flights (0 direct)
First Flight Departure
Departs at 06:00
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 17:02
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
21 direct/indirect flights
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
5 direct/indirect flights
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
19 direct/indirect flights
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
4 direct/indirect flights
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
0 direct/indirect flights
Airport Information & Terminals
CLD: Carlsbad airport. Carlsbad airport transfer should be matched to the exact hotel, suburb or meeting area. Rail can work well for light luggage, but late arrivals, winter weather and family baggage often make a direct cab or booked transfer easier.
LAX: Los Angeles International Airport. LAX can be slow to exit and road time depends heavily on whether you are going to Santa Monica, Downtown, Hollywood, Anaheim or the Valley. A cheap fare with a bad arrival hour can cost you in transfer stress.
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