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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Mexico City to San Diego? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
San Diego.AED 1,109 per passenger.Departing Sat, Apr 11, returning Wed, Apr 15.Round-trip flight with Volaris and Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departing from Mexico City Juarez International on Sat, Apr 11, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Wed, Apr 15, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,109, select.
San Diego.AED 1,141 per passenger.Departing Mon, May 4, returning Fri, May 8.Round-trip flight with Viva and Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departing from Felipe Angeles International on Mon, May 4, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Fri, May 8, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,141, select.
San Diego.AED 1,220 per passenger.Departing Mon, Mar 16, returning Mon, Mar 23.Round-trip flight with Volaris and Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departing from Mexico City Juarez International on Mon, Mar 16, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Mon, Mar 23, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,220, select.
San Diego.AED 1,290 per passenger.Departing Tue, Apr 28, returning Fri, May 1.Round-trip flight with Viva and Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departing from Mexico City Juarez International on Tue, Apr 28, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Fri, May 1, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,290, select.
San Diego.AED 1,366 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jun 2, returning Tue, Jun 9.Round-trip flight with Viva and Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departing from Mexico City Juarez International on Tue, Jun 2, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Tue, Jun 9, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,366, select.
San Diego.AED 1,406 per passenger.Departing Sun, May 31, returning Tue, Jun 9.Round-trip flight with Viva and Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departing from Mexico City Juarez International on Sun, May 31, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Tue, Jun 9, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,406, select.
San Diego.AED 1,427 per passenger.Departing Tue, Mar 31, returning Wed, Apr 8.Round-trip flight with Viva and Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departing from Felipe Angeles International on Tue, Mar 31, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Wed, Apr 8, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,427, select.
San Diego.AED 1,473 per passenger.Departing Fri, Apr 10, returning Mon, Jun 1.Round-trip flight with Aeromexico and Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aeromexico, departing from Mexico City Juarez International on Fri, Apr 10, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Mon, Jun 1, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,473, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Mexico City to San Diego

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Mexico City to San Diego flights are currently cheapest in April.
Mar
from AED 1,220
Apr
from AED 1,109
May
from AED 1,141
Jun
from AED 1,366
Jul
from AED 1,490
Aug
from AED 1,848
Sep
from AED 2,038
Oct
from AED 1,994
Nov
from AED 2,250
Dec
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Jan
from AED 4,048
Feb
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Alternative Mexico City to San Diego routes

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

San Diego International

4km from central San Diego
ClosestCheapest
from AED 1,109
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McClellan – Palomar

48km from central San Diego
from AED 2,124
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Mexico City to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundAED 1,109
Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from Mexico City 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 round-trip flight from Mexico City to San Diego is AED 1,109. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Mexico City to San Diego. But we found flights with one or more stops from AED 1,109.
There are no flights flying from Mexico City to San Diego, as of March 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Mexico City to San Diego is usually April.
If you're flying from Mexico City, the cheapest airport near San Diego is San Diego International – which is 4.1 km away from the center of San Diego. We've found flights to this airport from AED 1,109.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Mexico City to San Diego on Saturday, April 11, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Mexico City and San Diego. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 March, the average temperature is usually around 14°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.
The cheapest airline that flies to San Diego is Volaris.

Flying from Mexico City to San Diego: what you need to know

  • Mexico City is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Mexico City to San Diego leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU).

  • Touch down at San Diego's primary gateway, San Diego International Airport (SAN).

  • The timezone in San Diego is UTC-7, which is one hour behind Mexico City.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your Mexico City to San Diego flight.

  • During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during high season in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to San Diego

  • To find cheap Mexico City to San Diego flights, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.

  • Finding cheap plane tickets from Mexico City to San Diego is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices throughout the month and land a great deal.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll tell you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from Mexico City to San Diego.

  • Find an affordable Mexico City to San Diego flight with the help of our filters. Select your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Flying from Mexico City

Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from traveling — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for Mexico City to San Diego flights leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)

    • San Antonio International Airport (SAT)

  • The journey from central Mexico City to MEX takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Mexico City to San Diego? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Benito Juarez International Airport:

  • Benito Juarez International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 80.91% of flights that take off from MEX arrive at their destination on time.

Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU)

  • Think about adding a stop at Los Cabos International Airport (SJD). It's a key stopover on a Mexico City to San Diego flight out of Felipe Ángeles International Airport. Use a longer layover to explore the city, or take advantage of a short break to visit an airport cafe.

  • You can get to NLU from the center of Mexico City in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to travel the 32 kilometers or so.

  • You're going on vacation, so why not spend an extra night away at a hotel close to Felipe Ángeles International Airport? Before your flight from Mexico City to San Diego, think about staying at Verticca Hotel.

  • 68% of flights departing Felipe Ángeles International Airport make it to their destination as expected.

Arriving in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) is approximately 5 kilometers from central San Diego. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 10 minutes.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 20 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from Mexico City to San Diego, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near SAN:

  • Pick up a San Diego International Airport rental car and explore San Diego and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Budget are well-known companies to choose from here.

  • Reserving your ride from San Diego International Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

  • SAN is situated at N Harbor Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • Central San Diego is located around 48 kilometers from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). After your flight from Mexico City to San Diego has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 40 minutes.

  • You can expect the journey to take about 2 hours 15 minutes on public transport.

  • Budget, Hertz and Avis make collecting a McClellan-Palomar Airport rental car simple. These suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.

  • Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from CLD in advance so you can just grab the keys and get going.

Best time to go to San Diego

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Mexico City to San Diego. To skip the crowds, go to San Diego in May.

  • The warmest month in San Diego is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Mexico City to San Diego ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • Search for cheap flights from Mexico City to San Diego in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.

More about San Diego

Explore more of United States

  • You've done San Diego, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Journey around 177 kilometers north-west to Los Angeles to check off its popular sights. From Griffith Observatory to The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • If you're looking to explore another major stop in United States, head for Phoenix, about 483 kilometers east of San Diego. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are among its highlights.

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