Los Angeles to San Diego (LAX–SAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LAX–SAN is served by 8 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, China Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 109 miles in approximately 0h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 100 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 25 | 738, 7M8, E75L, E7W | 0h57-1h07 | Star Alliance | – | |
| CI China Airlines | 20 | E7W | 0h52-0h57 | SkyTeam | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 20 | E75L, E7W | 0h52-0h55 | SkyTeam | – | |
| AM Aeromexico | 9 | E7W | 0h52 | SkyTeam | – | |
| AV avianca | 7 | E75L | 1h03 | Star Alliance | – | |
| CM Copa Airlines | 7 | 738 | 0h58 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AF Air France | 6 | E75L | 0h50 | SkyTeam | – | |
| OO SkyWest Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach San Diego from Los Angeles
| Metric | LAX→SAN | SNA→SAN | SBA→SAN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LAX | – | 36 mi | 88 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 94 | – | 1 |
| Flight time | 0h 50m | 0h 32m | 0h 38m |
| Departure OTP | 82% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
LAX: PDT · SAN: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 6:00 PM in San Diego.
FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.
LAX–SAN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LAX to SAN
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) are connected by nonstop service from Air France, Aeromexico, avianca, China Airlines, Copa Airlines, Delta Air Lines, SkyWest Airlines and United Airlines. With 94 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LAX to SAN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LAX to SAN ranges from 0 hours 50 minutes to 1 hours 7 minutes. The route covers a distance of 109 miles (176 km). There are approximately 94 weekly flights outbound and 128 return, totaling 222 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
100 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via TIJ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Santa Ana (SNA), Santa Barbara (SBA) and Palm Springs (PSP).