Track Dallas to San Diego Flights
Get SMS alerts for DFW-SAN flights. Texas to coastal Southern California.
Track This RouteOutbound
3 hours
Return
2 hours 40 minutes
Daily Flights
5+
Airlines
3
Timezone note
San Diego is 2 hours behind Dallas (Pacific vs Central Time).
About this route
Dallas to San Diego flights
Dallas to San Diego connects American's hub with Southern California's second-largest metro, serving military, defense, biotech, and tourism traffic. San Diego's proximity to the Mexican border and Baja California wine country adds leisure appeal for Texas travelers.
SAN's single runway and downtown location create one of the most constrained approach environments in the country. Marine layer fog can delay morning arrivals, and the airport's limited capacity means any disruption has outsized impact. The 2-hour timezone advantage heading west helps, but landing alerts are key for timing pickups at SAN's compact terminal.
How it works
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
How long is the DFW to SAN flight?
About 3 hours westbound and 2 hours 40 minutes eastbound.
Which airlines fly Dallas to San Diego?
American Airlines, Spirit, and Frontier offer nonstop service.
What's the time difference?
San Diego is 2 hours behind Dallas (Pacific vs Central Time).
Know when they land in San Diego
Avoid waiting at arrivals. Get a text the moment their Dallas to San Diego flight touches down.
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