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Dallas.$103 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 May, returning Mon, 2 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $103, select.
Dallas.$145 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 May, returning Mon, 12 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 9 May, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Mon, 12 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $145, select.
Dallas.$156 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Jun, returning Sat, 14 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Diego International on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Sat, 14 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $156, select.
Dallas.$195 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Jul, returning Tue, 29 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Diego International on Wed, 23 Jul, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $195, select.
Dallas.$203 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 May, returning Wed, 28 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Diego International on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Wed, 28 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $203, select.
Dallas.$225 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May, returning Sun, 1 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $225, select.
Dallas.$248 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 Aug, returning Sun, 17 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sat, 16 Aug, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Sun, 17 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $248, select.
Dallas.$259 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Jun, returning Tue, 1 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Diego International on Fri, 27 Jun, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $259, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego to Dallas flights are currently cheapest in May.
May
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Jul
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Aug
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Sep
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San Diego to Dallas: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$103
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 4 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week683

Finding cheap flights from San Diego to Dallas: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Dallas: Dallas Love Field, Dallas Fort Worth International and Fort Worth.
The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego to Dallas is $103. 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 4 minutes is the average flight time from San Diego to Dallas.
American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Qatar Airways fly direct from San Diego to Dallas.
As of May 2025, there are 683 flights per week flying from San Diego to Dallas.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Dallas is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from San Diego, the cheapest airport near Dallas is Dallas Fort Worth International – which is 24.0 km away from the centre of Dallas. We've found flights into this airport from $103.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Diego to Dallas on Wednesday, 28 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 4 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 Dallas 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 Dallas is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 23°C. August is typically the warmest month in Dallas, when it usually averages around 36°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 1°C. The rainiest month is May.
The cheapest airline that flies to Dallas is Spirit Airlines. And the cheapest airline that flies to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is Frontier Airlines.

Travelling from San Diego to Dallas: what you need to know

  • Your next great adventure starts at one of San Diego's main airports, San Diego International Airport (SAN) or McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). Explore your options for booking a flight from San Diego to Dallas setting off from either of these.

  • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) are the primary entry points to Dallas.

  • The average length of a direct San Diego to Dallas flight is 3 hours 5 minutes.

  • Dallas is two hours ahead of San Diego and is in the UTC-5 timezone.

  • With 64 flights a week between the two airports, San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is the busiest route. Board the earliest flight from San Diego to Dallas with American Airlines at 06:15. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the latest departure from SAN to DFW is with Frontier Airlines at 17:02.

  • Leave enough time to get on your San Diego to Dallas flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Popular months like July or high seasons such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean bigger queues at security and check-in. If you're travelling then, play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and four hours ahead of international departures is wise.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Dallas

  • Currently, $51 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Dallas. The cheapest price for a return flight is $103. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To secure cheap San Diego to Dallas flights, book your journey two months before your departure.

  • May is the best month for landing an incredible deal on a plane ticket from San Diego to Dallas. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from San Diego to Dallas by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Or sort your San Diego to Dallas flight results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

Flying from San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • Set off from San Diego International Airport (SAN) and fly right through to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) or Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL). If you're searching for a direct flight from San Diego to Dallas out of SAN, those are your final stops.

  • You'll find a variety of carriers offering direct San Diego to Dallas plane tickets with departures from SAN, including:

  • The journey from central San Diego to SAN takes around 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 3 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • After a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near San Diego International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Diego to Dallas or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:

  • Of all flights departing from San Diego International Airport, 71.38% land on schedule at their destination.

  • The address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.

Arriving in Dallas

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

  • The distance from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to central Dallas is approximately 26 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour.

  • If you have a late flight from San Diego to Dallas, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near DFW:

  • Follow your own route with a Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Easirent, Europcar or Thrifty and venture far and wide through Dallas and beyond.

  • To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport around one week ahead of your San Diego to Dallas flight.

  • You'll find DFW at 2400 Aviation Dr.

Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)

  • As soon as your flight from San Diego to Dallas has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Dallas is roughly 10 kilometres from Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL).

  • You can expect the trip to take roughly 50 minutes on public transport.

  • Forget about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Dallas Love Field Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the availability and rates from Easirent, Thrifty and Dollar.

  • Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at DAL will help you stay within budget.

  • Dallas Love Field Airport can be found at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.

Best time to go to Dallas

  • July is the busiest month for flights from San Diego to Dallas. To escape the crowds, go to Dallas in February.

  • Book a San Diego to Dallas ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Dallas to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap flights from San Diego to Dallas around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Dallas

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Dallas right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from San Diego to Dallas:

  • Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens and Perot Museum of Nature and Science are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Dallas must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Dallas Museum of Art.

Explore more of United States

  • Dallas has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. Around 370 kilometres south of Dallas, a trip to Houston will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park.

  • Around 402 kilometres south-west of Dallas, San Antonio is another essential stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.

Plan the rest of your trip from San Diego to Dallas

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