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Cheap round-trip flights to Carlsbad

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £85 for one-way flights and £178 for round trip, for the period specified. Be sure to select the 'Direct flights only' box above if you are looking for a non stop route. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Delta
Wed, 24 Jun - Tue, 30 Jun
LAX
Los Angeles
SAN
San Diego
£178 Return, found 5 days ago
£178
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, 24 Jun from Los Angeles to San Diego, returning Tue, 30 Jun, priced at £178 found 5 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, 18 Aug - Wed, 19 Aug
LAX
Los Angeles
SAN
San Diego
£204 Return, found 3 days ago
£204
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, 18 Aug from Los Angeles to San Diego, returning Wed, 19 Aug, priced at £204 found 3 days ago
United
Thu, 25 Jun - Sun, 28 Jun
LAX
Los Angeles
SAN
San Diego
£249 Return, found 2 days ago
£249
Return
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, 25 Jun from Los Angeles to San Diego, returning Sun, 28 Jun, priced at £249 found 2 days ago
JetBlue Airways
Fri, 11 Sept - Tue, 15 Sept
LAX
Los Angeles
SAN
San Diego
£309 Return, found 20 hours ago
£309
Return
found 20 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Fri, 11 Sept from Los Angeles to San Diego, returning Tue, 15 Sept, priced at £309 found 20 hours ago
American Airlines
Thu, 10 Sept - Sat, 19 Sept
LAX
Los Angeles
CLD
Carlsbad
£322 Return, found 19 hours ago
£322
Return
found 19 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, 10 Sept from Los Angeles to Carlsbad, returning Sat, 19 Sept, priced at £322 found 19 hours ago

Frequently asked questions

What is the name of Carlsbad's airport?
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) is the only airport serving Carlsbad.
How far is SAN from central Carlsbad?
Long commutes aren't a big deal if you work out your strategy ahead of time. Downtown Carlsbad is 48 kms (30 miles) from SAN, so it's smart to know how to get to the city before you land.
What airport is best to fly into Carlsbad?
A flight to Carlsbad means touching down at SAN. Disembark the plane, grab your baggage and you'll be 48 kms (30 miles) from the downtown streets.
How many airlines fly to Carlsbad?
Carlsbad is serviced by 18 air carriers from 67 airports around the world.
Which airlines fly to Carlsbad?
Carlsbad receives the majority of its flights from Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Delta with Southwest Airlines being the number one choice of airline. Las Vegas is the most popular city for passengers to depart from.
How many nonstop flights are there to Carlsbad?
Planning an exciting Carlsbad getaway is a piece of cake when there are 1,700 nonstop flights each week to choose from.
Where are the most popular flights to Carlsbad departing from?
Travellers often set off from Las Vegas, San Francisco and Phoenix airports when going to Carlsbad.
How long is the flight to Carlsbad Airport?
If you're going to Carlsbad from Las Vegas, you'll have a flight time of 1 hour and 14 minutes. Those departing from San Francisco can expect to be travelling for 1 hour and 36 minutes. From Phoenix it's around 1 hour and 17 minutes away.
How to book the cheapest flight to Carlsbad?
If you'd like to save some cash on your Carlsbad holiday, listen up! As any experienced traveller knows, don't leave booking until the last minute. Fares are often highest close to the departure date. Don't stop there, however. Do some research and check if there are a few airports at your destination. Prices often differ depending on which airport you use. Make sure you compare fares across airlines as well. Last but not least, be prepared to secure your seat quickly if you find an irresistible price. It might not stick around for too long! With a bit of knowledge and a little good fortune, the perfect fare will be yours.
Do you have any tips for my flight to Carlsbad?
Wherever you're jetting in from, flying can be a pleasurable experience if you prepare well enough. Check out these top travel tips that will help get your Carlsbad holiday started on the right note. What to pack in your hand luggage:

  • The secret to having a worry-free flight experience is to plan ahead. First up, the essentials: passport, boarding pass, bank cards and any vital medications. Next, take on board items that'll help keep you busy, like your laptop or a few magazines. It's also wise to bring your chargers, a neck pillow and a pair of headphones. And of course, don't forget to chuck in toiletry items like a toothbrush, lip balm and a spare change of clothes.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

  • Double-check that you don't have sharp objects (like a pocket knife) lurking in one of the zippers of your carry-on luggage. Other banned items include flammable or explosive goods, such as fuel and fireworks, and gels and liquids in containers with a volume of more than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres).

What to wear on a flight:

  • You'll want to choose comfort over style. Prepare for temperature changes by donning layers, and wear flat, enclosed footwear like slip-ons.
  • Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) can pose a risk on long-distance flights. It results from blood clotting due to poor circulation, so do some gentle leg and foot exercises in your seat and consider wearing compression socks.

How to get through airport security fast when flying to Carlsbad?
Being prepared before your flight will help make your getaway to Carlsbad a piece of cake. We've rounded up some handy tips and tricks for a stress-free journey through security:

  • Keep your travel documents and ID within easy reach. They're the first things you'll be asked for by airport security.
  • Time to strip down. Well kind of. Your belt, jacket, keys and other items in your pocket, like your headphones, will need to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process easier by removing them as your turn draws near.
  • For just a few minutes, you'll have to unplug from technology. Your tablet, phone and any other electronic gadgets will need to be sent through the scanner.
  • Don't forget to remove liquids and gels from your hand luggage. They often need to be sent through the X-ray machine separately. Each item should be in a container no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) and everything must fit in a quart-size (one litre), clear zip-lock bag.
  • Lightweight sneakers are a sensible footwear choice as you're less likely to be asked to remove them when passing through security. Big boots and heavier-style shoes are often subjected to extra screening.
  • Take all prohibited items out of your carry-on bag. If you have any sharp or pointed objects, put them in your checked baggage. They won't be allowed on board and will be confiscated.

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Travel information

Destination airport
San Diego Intl.
Destination airport IATA code
SAN
Destination city name
San Diego
Return price
£97

Trending flights to Carlsbad

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £85 for one-way flights and £178 for round trip, for the period specified. Be sure to select the 'Direct flights only' box above if you are looking for a non stop route. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Lufthansa
Fri, 4 Sept - Sat, 12 Sept
LHR
London
SAN
San Diego
£554 Return, found 1 day ago
£554
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Fri, 4 Sept from London to San Diego, returning Sat, 12 Sept, priced at £554 found 1 day ago

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