Route Blueprint: DAY → SAN • USA Domestic

Flights from Dayton to San Diego

California Flag Departing James M. Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY) → California

DAY → SAN

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Review realistic connection itineraries, layovers, and travel durations from James M. Cox Dayton International Airport into San Diego (~11h 3m, 4,143 air miles). Year-round sunshine, tranquil Pacific beaches, historic Balboa Park, and relaxed Southern California living.

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DAY → SAN

San Diego, California Destination Airport: SAN

Recommended 2-Stage Connection Blueprint

Travel Route: DAY → SAN

Total Journey Estimate ~11h 3m (4,143 air miles)

Regional Feeder Flight

~2h 4m (708 mi)

Dayton (DAY) → Boston Logan (BOS)

Departing from James M. Cox Dayton International Airport aboard American Eagle, United Express, Delta Connection into the international gateway hub.

Recommended Transfer Layover at Boston Logan (BOS): 1h 15m transfer window

Main Long-Haul Corridor Leg

~7h 44m (3,435 mi)

Boston Logan (BOS) → San Diego (SAN)

Wide-body international corridor flight into San Diego.

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Luggage Transfer Guarantee: When booked as a single protected airline ticket through our desk, your checked bags transfer automatically in Boston Logan straight to San Diego without needing to re-claim and re-check bags during your layover.

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Destination Highlights & Overview

Planning Your Stay in San Diego

Planning a trip to San Diego, California? Renowned for Year-round sunshine, tranquil Pacific beaches, historic Balboa Park, and relaxed Southern California living, San Diego welcomes visitors with vibrant local character, memorable sights, and distinctive cultural charm.

Flights arrive primarily via San Diego International Airport (SAN), situated roughly 3 miles to Downtown San Diego & Gaslamp Quarter (10–12 mins), with convenient local transit connecting directly into the heart of the city.

Fascinating Fact about San Diego

San Diego's Balboa Park, created in 1868, is larger than Central Park and contains 17 museums, beautiful gardens, and the world-famous San Diego Zoo.

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Departing James M. Cox Dayton International Airport

Miami Valley & Southwest Ohio

Dayton flyers enjoy unhurried departures from DAY, connecting through Chicago O'Hare or Atlanta for direct transatlantic and transpacific legs.

Terminal Recommendation: Short walking distances from parking to gates allow DAY travelers to clear TSA comfortably 60–75 minutes prior to boarding.

Arriving in San Diego (SAN)

California

Explore flight routes, airport information, and travel options for San Diego, California (SAN). Call our travel desk to speak with a representative about available flights.

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