Direct (nonstop) flights from Vail to San Diego

1 airline flys nonstop from Eagle Co Rgnl (EGE) to San Diego International Airport (SAN). It's 745 miles (1,199 km), about 2h 43m in the air. Operated by Alaska Airlines.

EGE
Eagle Co Rgnl
🇺🇸 Vail, USA
SAN
San Diego International Airport
🇺🇸 San Diego, USA
Flight Time
2h 43m
Distance
745 mi
1,199 km
CO₂/pax
138 kg
−38 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Alaska Airlines
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Alaska Airlines Alaska Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Alaska Airlines AS Alaska Airlines
Route
EGE → SAN
Flight Time
2h 43m
Distance
745 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Vail to San Diego with one stop · direct emits 138 kg CO₂ per passenger

EGE PHX (Phoenix) SAN
Leg 1: 2h 6m (513 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (305 mi) Total: ~3h 21m 🍃 176 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
EGE → PHX
2h 6m · 513 mi
View EGE to PHX flights →
Leg 2
PHX → SAN
1h 15m · 305 mi
View PHX to SAN flights →
EGE LAX (Los Angeles) SAN
Leg 1: 2h 36m (748 mi) Leg 2: 56m (109 mi) Total: ~3h 32m 🍃 183 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
EGE → LAX
2h 36m · 748 mi
View EGE to LAX flights →
Leg 2
LAX → SAN
56m · 109 mi
View LAX to SAN flights →
EGE DEN (Denver) SAN
Leg 1: 1h 10m (120 mi) Leg 2: 2h 26m (853 mi) Total: ~3h 36m 🍃 205 kg CO₂ (+49% vs. direct)
Leg 1
EGE → DEN
1h 10m · 120 mi
View EGE to DEN flights →
Leg 2
DEN → SAN
2h 26m · 853 mi
View DEN to SAN flights →
EGE SFO (San Francisco) SAN
Leg 1: 2h 56m (848 mi) Leg 2: 1h 44m (446 mi) Total: ~4h 40m 🍃 265 kg CO₂ (+92% vs. direct)
Leg 1
EGE → SFO
2h 56m · 848 mi
View EGE to SFO flights →
Leg 2
SFO → SAN
1h 44m · 446 mi
View SFO to SAN flights →
EGE DFW (Dallas) SAN
Leg 1: 2h 14m (720 mi) Leg 2: 3h 13m (1,171 mi) Total: ~5h 27m 🍃 356 kg CO₂ (+158% vs. direct)
Leg 1
EGE → DFW
2h 14m · 720 mi
View EGE to DFW flights →
Leg 2
DFW → SAN
3h 13m · 1,171 mi
View DFW to SAN flights →

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SAN → EGE: Flights from San Diego to Vail

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Vail to San Diego?

A nonstop flight from Vail (EGE) to San Diego (SAN) takes approximately 2 hours and 43 minutes. The distance is 745 miles (1,199 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Vail to San Diego?

Just Alaska Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Vail to San Diego?

Yes. 1 airline: Alaska Airlines.

How far is Vail from San Diego?

The flight distance from Vail to San Diego is 745 miles (1,199 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Vail to San Diego?

At 2h 43m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Vail to San Diego?

Roughly 138 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 690 km.

Is the return flight from San Diego to Vail also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Vail to San Diego?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Eagle Co Rgnl for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.