Los Angeles to San Diego flights
Direct and connecting flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Los Angeles to San Diego take?
Flight time from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Diego (SAN) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to San Diego?
Airline availability for LAX to SAN changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Los Angeles to San Diego?
Direct (nonstop) availability on LAX to SAN varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- SkyWest64
- FDX58
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| FDX | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| SkyWest | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning LAX → SAN
LAX to SAN is a short-haul route of 176 km (109 mi). See the return SAN → LAX route.
Alternative airports near Los Angeles: Hawthorne (HHR) — 7 km, Santa Monica (SMO) — 9 km, Torrance (TOA) — 17 km.
Alternative airports near San Diego: San Diego (NZY) — 4 km, Miramar (NKX) — 16 km, El Cajon (SEE) — 23 km.