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$33+ Cheap flights from San Diego

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SFO
Feb 5 — Feb 121
Thu 2/5
Thu 2/12
1 adult, Economy
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What to know about flights from San Diego

Discover essential information about flights departing from San Diego, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the San Diego airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travelers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated January 6, 2026.

Cheapest one-way flight

$29

Cheapest round-trip flight

$56

Cheapest airline

American Airlines

Most popular destination

San Francisco (SFO)

Good round-trip deal

$114 or less

Good one-way deal

$63 or less
The cheapest one-way flight from San Diego is currently to Salt Lake City.
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The cheapest round-trip flight from San Diego is currently to Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl.
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On average, American Airlines currently has the cheapest one-way flight from San Diego (avg. price of $158).
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San Francisco (SFO) is currently the most popular flight destination from San Diego (average round-trip price of $197).
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Cheapest flights from San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on January 6, 2026.

This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/198:26 pmSAN - LAS
Nonstop1h 30mFrontier
Thu 1/2212:35 pmLAS - SAN
Nonstop1h 26mFrontier
Deal found 1/5$65
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/198:26 pmSAN - LAS
Nonstop1h 30mFrontier
Fri 1/238:00 amLAS - SAN
Nonstop1h 26mFrontier
Deal found 1/5$66
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/189:16 amSAN - LAS
Nonstop1h 28mFrontier
Fri 1/238:00 amLAS - SAN
Nonstop1h 26mFrontier
Deal found 1/5$67
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/37:21 pmSAN - LAS
Nonstop1h 28mFrontier
Sun 4/511:18 amLAS - SAN
Nonstop1h 20mFrontier
Deal found 1/4$68
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/234:52 pmSAN - LAS
Nonstop1h 26mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/211:40 amLAS - SAN
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$70
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/279:02 pmSAN - LAS
Nonstop1h 29mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/308:00 amLAS - SAN
Nonstop1h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$71
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/52:56 pmSAN - LAS
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Mon 2/97:30 amLAS - SAN
Nonstop1h 21mFrontier
Deal found 1/4$72
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/222:56 pmSAN - LAS
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Mon 1/267:30 amLAS - SAN
Nonstop1h 21mFrontier
Deal found 1/5$73
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/192:38 pmSAN - LAS
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Thu 2/261:49 pmLAS - SAN
Nonstop1h 28mFrontier
Deal found 1/5$74
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/315:15 pmSAN - LAS
Nonstop1h 26mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/27:30 amLAS - SAN
Nonstop1h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$75
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/43:10 pmSAN - LAS
Nonstop1h 24mAlaska Airlines
Thu 2/56:14 pmLAS - SAN
Nonstop1h 21mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/5$77
This WAYA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure WAYA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/292:56 pmSAN - SFO
1 stop4h 32mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/18:20 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$109

Find flights from San Diego within your budget

 
Find flights departing from San Diego that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on January 6, 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoLas Vegas

SAN - LAS

SANLAS

San Diego

Wed 2/4

3:10 pm-4:34 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 2/5

6:14 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

$77

San DiegoLas Vegas

SAN - LAS

SANLAS

San Diego

Tue 2/24

1:00 pm-2:25 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 2/24

5:55 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$77

San DiegoLas Vegas

SAN - LAS

SANLAS

San Diego

Mon 2/9

5:30 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 2/11

7:10 am-8:20 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$84

San DiegoLas Vegas

SAN - LAS

SANLAS

San Diego

Tue 2/17

7:50 am-9:23 am

Nonstop1h 33m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 2/17

7:40 pm-8:52 pm

Nonstop1h 12m

$97

San DiegoLas Vegas

SAN - LAS

SANLAS

San Diego

Tue 2/24

7:50 am-9:23 am

Nonstop1h 33m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 2/27

7:40 pm-8:52 pm

Nonstop1h 12m

$97

San DiegoLas Vegas

SAN - LAS

SANLAS

San Diego

Wed 2/11

9:02 pm-10:31 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 2/13

6:58 pm-8:19 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

$97

San DiegoLas Vegas

SAN - LAS

SANLAS

San Diego

Wed 2/4

2:00 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop3h 40m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 2/11

6:00 am-9:15 am

1 stop3h 15m

$97

San DiegoLas Vegas

SAN - LAS

SANLAS

San Diego

Tue 2/24

7:50 am-9:23 am

Nonstop1h 33m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 2/26

7:40 pm-8:52 pm

Nonstop1h 12m

$97

San DiegoLas Vegas

SAN - LAS

SANLAS

San Diego

Tue 2/3

8:35 am-10:05 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 2/10

10:35 am-11:50 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$97

San DiegoLas Vegas

SAN - LAS

SANLAS

San Diego

Sat 2/21

5:45 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 2/25

4:00 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$97

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Compare providers for flights from San Diego

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego in January
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: Among all the travel providers offering deals on flights from San Diego, CheapOair has been found to have the most accurate pricing. Users can find the same prices on deals on Cheapflights as CheapOair about >95% of the time. This is based on searches for flights from San Diego made on Cheapflights over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: In terms of trustworthiness, Cheapflights users rate CheapOair the highest out of those offering flight deals from San Diego. CheapOair has a user feedback rating of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best) and has received the most positive sentiment from Cheapflights users searching for flights from San Diego. This info is gathered from Cheapflights searches over the past month.

San Diego travel tips

Get helpful tips and advice for traveling to or from San Diego. Find recommendations for transportation, accommodations, local attractions, dining options, and other practical tips to enhance your travel experience. Please note that the travel tips are based on general knowledge and recommendations. Data last updated January 6, 2026.
  • San Diego's major airport, San Diego International Airport (SAN), is close to the downtown area and convenient when traveling globally from the city. The airport's structure makes it an easily navigable airport when traveling. SAN has two terminals, 1 and 2, each with two concourses and interconnected by walkways.
  • SAN moved JetBlue and Allegiant Airlines to Terminal 2, a 30-gate newer facility with modern amenities and more retail and food concessions. Allegiant Airlines now has its ticket counter west of American Airlines, while JetBlue's ticket counters are far east of Delta Airlines counters.
  • If you have reduced mobility, San Diego Airport terminals are all wheelchair accessible for you to move independently within the airport. From the special needs parking lot next to the airport terminals, you can take the accessible shuttles. The airport provides sunflower lanyards for passengers with hidden special needs.
  • You can actually walk or bike to the San Diego International Airport (SAN). There is a path that is designated for bicyclists and pedestrians (no motor vehicles allowed) and it connects the airport to downtown San Diego and Little Italy to the east and going westward leads to Liberty Station and Point Loma.
  • Every year, the San Diego International Airport (SAN) selects an exhibition theme for its airport art program. These temporary exhibitions are a great way to get exposed to local artists’ work while waiting for your flight to depart.
  • Improve your well-being and relax a bit before your flight at the San Diego International Airport (SAN) by indulging in a quick table chair massage, a manicure, pedicure, or table massage at one of the airline lounges or day spas.

Best time to book a flight from San Diego

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from San Diego

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Diego including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

When is the best time to book a flight from San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on January 2, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego, you should look to book at least 88 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego (average of $18). Flying from San Diego in November will prove the most costly (average of $62). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on January 3, 2026.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from San Diego would be wise to consider leaving during Friday afternoons when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Monday evenings when fares are usually the most expensive.

Which airlines fly from San Diego?

For flights departing from San Diego check dates and pricing for the following: United Airlines, Frontier, Alaska Airlines, Southwest, Hawaiian Airlines. These airlines depart to the following popular destinations: San Francisco.

Alaska Airlines
Alaska Airlines
From $56
United Airlines
United Airlines
From $57
American Airlines
American Airlines
From $97
Delta
Delta
From $55

What are popular destinations to fly to from San Diego?

Some of the most frequent flights departing from San Diego everyday are: Chicago (304 flights per day), San Francisco (266 flights per day), and New York (225 flights per day).

San Francisco
San Francisco
From $58
Denver Intl
Denver Intl
From $58
New York
New York
From $108
Chicago
Chicago
From $82

What is the cheapest place to fly to from San Diego?

The cheapest city to fly to from San Diego is Salt Lake City, with prices starting at $29. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City
From $29
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
From $34
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
From $46
Austin Bergstrom
Austin Bergstrom
From $52

Airline reviews for flights from San Diego

Read reviews and ratings of airlines operating flights from San Diego. Gain insights into the quality of service, in-flight amenities, customer experiences, and overall satisfaction to choose the best airline for your San Diego travel. Please note that the reviews are sourced from user searches and were last updated on January 6, 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Hawaiian Airlines from San Diego to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,650 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,650 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,650 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,247 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,650 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,825 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,650 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,134 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,650 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,064 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,650 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from San Diego. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated January 6, 2026.

  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from San Diego?

    This month, the top selected destinations from San Diego are Boston, Austin, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport. Throughout the year, Boston, Chicago, Atlanta are some of the top choices made by users flying from San Diego.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Diego to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of San Diego for as low as $29 to Salt Lake City (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for $525 to fly from San Diego.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to anywhere?

    Over the past few days, we've found that Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and Hawaiian Airlines have the cheapest prices from San Diego. Spirit Airlines flights from San Diego to Albuquerque ($24), Frontier flights from San Diego to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson ($29), and Hawaiian Airlines flights from San Diego to Anchorage ($30).

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from San Diego?

    Options for some of the cheapest premium economy flights from San Diego we have found on Cheapflights are as follows:
    Fly from San Diego to Pittsburgh starting at $248
    Fly from San Diego to Sacramento starting at $297
    Fly from San Diego to Santa Rosa starting at $337
    Fly from San Diego to San Jose, California starting at $367

  • What is the cheapest first class flight from San Diego?

    If you’re looking for a cheap first-class flight from San Diego, consider Las Vegas. Prices start at $377 so you can fly first-class even on a budget.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego?

    January is currently the cheapest month to fly from San Diego. At this moment in time November is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from San Diego?

    Check out the cheapest flights from San Diego to embark to:
    Fly from San Diego to Denver from $38 round trip
    Fly from San Diego to Phoenix from $38 round trip
    Fly from San Diego to Las Vegas from $66 round trip
    Fly from San Diego to Salt Lake City from $78 round trip
    Fly from San Diego to Oakland from $84 round trip

  • What financial services does San Diego International Airport offer?

    If you are flying internationally, ensure your money is in the destination country's currency. To get currency exchange services in terminal 2 of the airport, go to the kiosk at the baggage claim area opposite Carousel 3 and open daily from 5 am to 8 pm. The other currency exchange counter is on the airside at the mobile unit close to gate 22, open from 5:30 am to 1 pm and 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm daily. If you want to withdraw money, go to gates 1, 2, 5, and 13 airside of terminal 1. In terminal 2 you can also access the cash machines in terminal 2 at gates 20-32 in the first lobby and gates 33-51 at the baggage claim close to Carousel 4.

  • Are there any lounges at San Diego International Airport?

    There are different kinds of lounges at San Diego Airport. When you are flying Delta Airlines flights and are a member of Delta Sky Club, you can visit their lounge with Elite Status and Lounge membership programs for access. The Delta Sky Club is in terminal 2 on the airside near gate 37. For pay-per-use airport lounges, you can go to Airspace Lounge in terminal 2 between terminal 2 West new bridge and East Security, close to gates 22 and 23. You can also go to the United Club in terminal 1, the Mezzanine Level, close to the departure gates, accessible by paying at the door with a United Airlines ticket as proof of flying the airline or using a United Club Membership. If you are an active US militia, you can visit the military lounge with your family free of charge on the East floor of terminal 2 at the parking lot gate.

  • What are some of the things I can do at San Diego Airport while waiting for my flight's departure?

    San Diego Airport has different amenities to make your waiting time satisfactory. The airport has several food concessions with varying schedules. You can grab a snack at Einstein Bros Bagels in terminal 2 of landside or Ryan Bro's Coffee in terminal 1 at the ticketing area operating on a 24-hour basis. If you prefer quiet time before your journey, spend time at the meditation room in terminal 2 airside. You can also visit the on-site spa for a massage before your flight. The spa is in terminal 2; gate 26 is open from 6 am to 9 pm, and gate 36 opens late by an hour and closes at 9 pm. Both locations close at 8 pm on Tuesdays and Saturdays. If you appreciate art, you can check out the art exhibits available through the airport and even catch a live performance.

  • Does the San Diego International Airport (SAN) have an indoor kids’ playground?

    The San Diego International Airport (SAN) does not have any indoor kids’ areas. Instead, one idea is to take them to the Kids Love San Diego shop in Terminal 2 West to look at LEGOS, games, and wooden sailboats.

  • How far is downtown San Diego from the San Diego International Airport (SAN)?

    Downtown San Diego, the Gaslamp area, is approximately 3.7 miles. By car, it will take about 15 minutes to get there without traffic. Using public transportation will take about 25-35 minutes, biking will take 17 minutes, and to walk, you will need about 1h 15min.

  • How do I return my rental car at the San Diego International Airport (SAN)?

    You will need to return your rental car at the Consolidated Rental Car Center located at 3355 Admiral Boland Way. From there you will take a shuttle bus to the airport terminal. The free shuttle buses run continually 24/7.

  • Where can I exchange currency at the San Diego International Airport (SAN)?

    Travelers are not able to exchange currency at the San Diego International Airport (SAN). Contact a local bank prior to departure.

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