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Cheap Tickets to El Cajon

These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines
Tue, 3 Feb - Mon, 9 Feb
SFO
San Francisco
SAN
San Diego
AU$118 Return, found 3 days ago
AU$118
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, 3 Feb from San Francisco to San Diego, returning Mon, 9 Feb, priced at AU$118 found 3 days ago
United
Thu, 4 Dec - Thu, 11 Dec
SFO
San Francisco
SAN
San Diego
AU$163 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$163
Return
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, 4 Dec from San Francisco to San Diego, returning Thu, 11 Dec, priced at AU$163 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Thu, 4 Dec - Thu, 11 Dec
SFO
San Francisco
CLD
Carlsbad
AU$241 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$241
Return
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, 4 Dec from San Francisco to Carlsbad, returning Thu, 11 Dec, priced at AU$241 found 1 day ago
Delta
Sun, 14 Dec - Thu, 18 Dec
SFO
San Francisco
SAN
San Diego
AU$268 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$268
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sun, 14 Dec from San Francisco to San Diego, returning Thu, 18 Dec, priced at AU$268 found 1 day ago
Air New Zealand
Wed, 15 Oct - Thu, 23 Oct
MEL
Melbourne
SAN
San Diego
AU$1,406 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$1,406
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Wed, 15 Oct from Melbourne to San Diego, returning Thu, 23 Oct, priced at AU$1,406 found 5 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Columbus (CMH) to San Diego (SAN)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From AU$187 - AU$755 per traveller.

Frequently asked questions

What is the name of El Cajon's airport?
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) is the main airport that serves El Cajon.
How far is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) from central El Cajon?
It's 23 kilometres from SAN to downtown El Cajon. Make things easier by researching the fastest way of getting from the airport to the city centre before you land.
What airport is best to fly into El Cajon?
Travellers from across the globe pass through San Diego Airport every day. Step off the plane, collect your luggage and you'll find yourself 23 kilometres from the heart of El Cajon.
How many airlines fly to El Cajon?
There are 18 air carriers that fly into El Cajon from 67 worldwide airports.
Which airlines fly to El Cajon?
Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Delta fly the most frequently to El Cajon. The majority of flights come from Las Vegas, with Southwest Airlines offering the most services on this route.
How many nonstop flights are there to El Cajon?
With around 1,700 direct flights operating every week, you'll be hitting the tarmac in El Cajon before you can ask, "Are we there yet?"
Where are the most popular flights to El Cajon departing from?
The most popular flights to El Cajon leave from Las Vegas, San Francisco and Phoenix airports.
How long is the flight to El Cajon Airport?
Which city you depart from determines how long you'll be strapped into your seat. From Las Vegas to El Cajon, the average flight time is 1 hour and 14 minutes. From San Francisco it's more like 1 hour and 36 minutes, and from Phoenix it's 1 hour and 17 minutes.
How to book the cheapest flight to El Cajon?
We've all come across those lucky travellers who somehow manage to grab impossibly cheap fares wherever they go. Would you like to know how to do it for your El Cajon holiday? Don't wait until the last possible moment to secure your flight. Don't stop there, however. Do some research and see if there are a couple of airports at your destination. Fares often differ depending on which airport you jet into. Be sure to compare prices across air carriers as well. Lastly, be prepared to book quickly if you stumble on a real bargain. It might not stick around for too long. With a bit of know-how and some good fortune, the ideal fare will be yours.
Do you have any tips for my flight to El Cajon?
Depending on where you're coming from, your journey to El Cajon could be a breeze or it could drag on forever. We've put together some handy travel tips that will help you start your next great adventure on a positive note. What to pack in your hand luggage:

  • Firstly, and most importantly, pack your passport, travel docs, credit cards and medications. Next, you'll need some entertainment to while away the hours. A juicy book and a phone crammed with your favourite movies are always good options. If you hope to take a quick nap, a neck pillow and a pair of noise-cancelling headphones will also come in handy. Finally, squeeze in a toothbrush and some deodorant so you'll hop off the plane feeling fresh and ready to go.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

  • While the list of banned items differs between air carriers, the general rule to follow is avoid carrying anything flammable, sharp or explosive. This includes screwdrivers, pocket knives, fireworks and fuel. Sports equipment like golf clubs, and items that could harm other people, such as guns and swords, are also banned from the cabin.

What to wear on a flight:

  • Your aim here is to feel as comfortable as possible. Choose a pair of slip-on shoes, dress in loose, breathable clothing and don't forget to take a jacket in case it gets chilly in the cabin.
  • The result of prolonged periods of inactivity, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clotting condition that can affect some passengers during long-distance flights. Lower your risks by staying hydrated, keeping your legs moving and wearing compression tights or socks.

How to get through airport security fast when flying to El Cajon?
Being organised before you get to the airport can make your getaway to El Cajon a piece of cake. Below you'll find some handy hints for a speedy journey through security:

  • Your travel ID and boarding pass will need to be presented to security personnel. Have them close by so you don't have to dig around for them.
  • Your belt, coat, keys and other contents of your pockets, like coins, will need to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process faster by removing them as it gets closer to your turn.
  • All your electronics, including your tablet and phone, must also be scanned separately.
  • Don't forget to remove gels and liquids from your carry-on bag. They usually need to be sent through the X-ray separately. Each product should be no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) and everything must fit inside a quart-size (one litre), clear zip-close bag.
  • Lightweight sneakers are a great footwear choice as you're less likely to be required to remove them when passing through security. Hiking boots and other bulky shoes are usually subjected to extra screening.
  • Pocket knives and other sharp items can't be taken on board. They'll be confiscated at security, so pack them in your checked bags.

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Tips for flying and packing light

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Travel information

Travel information

Destination airport
McClellan-Palomar
Destination airport IATA code
CLD
Destination city name
Carlsbad
Return price
AU$1,402

Trending flights to El Cajon

These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Fri, 30 Jan - Sun, 15 Feb
MEL
Melbourne
CLD
Carlsbad
AU$1,402 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$1,402
Return
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, 30 Jan from Melbourne to Carlsbad, returning Sun, 15 Feb, priced at AU$1,402 found 1 day ago

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