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San Diego International Airport (SAN)
International Airport
Midway District, San Diego
"Great place to catch a flight!"(92 Tips)
"Commuter terminal is separated from the rest of the airport"(21 Tips)
"Fantastic free wifi and the seats with electric outlets are genius!"(60 Tips)
"Wow terminal 2, you're so fancy now."(9 Tips)
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Best Tip for travelers: SHIP your luggage to your final destination via UPS or FedEx instead of dealing with the hassle of checking your bags. Makes flying a total pleasure!
Southwest terminal main boarding area has a very crowded and small men's room. Take care of business downstairs before going through security.
David SchwartzFebruary 28, 2019The Southwest terminal is small. But usually easy to get through security. Which is good since the terminal doesn’t offer many options.
DoubleTree by Hilton ManagerSeptember 22, 2011Some airlines are more likely to bump passengers from flights than others. You have the best shot at staying on the plane with JetBlue, Hawaiian and Delta. American Eagle has the highest bump rate.
Terminal 2 is looking hot. New stores for Pannikan coffee, Phil's BBQ (gate 38) and Stone Brewing (by the east security gate).
Mark BultNovember 25, 2016Note: If a family has 1 kid but 2 adults, TSA only lets one adult through the metal detector (as opposed to scanner) at security.
HISTORYApril 20, 2010SAN, dedicated in 1928, is also known as Lindbergh Field. San Diego was the city from which Charles Lindbergh began the journey that would become the first solo transatlantic flight.
Terminal 2 is exquisite and Terminal 1 is being remodeled with nice amenities. The free WiFi is below average though: difficult to log-in, slow speeds, and boots you after 30 min.
Lach TaylorOctober 3, 2013This facility is outdated, but at least I found electrical outlets near some seats at Gate 24. A few years ago, I sat on the floor with other travelers around the only outlet for 3 gates.
If you're flying to LAX your flight WILL be departing from the commuter terminal. It's a LONG walk from the main terminal to the commuter so keep that in mind....
John TrefethenDecember 5, 2012Try the Artisan Cafe. Great coffee and treats. Finally and airport that got it right.
Lindsay FeldmanNovember 16, 2013There are phone and USB jacks built into the waiting area seats across from gate 38!
Sad to see that my favorite overnight parking (PCH Economy Lot previously SAN PCH lot) is being replaced by a rental car terminal
I like how you tag your own bag with Alaska, considering that I've had agents almost put the wrong one on mine before.
Nikki MJuly 8, 2013Good news: it's small and easily accessible. Bad news: it's small and has limited facilities. Be sure to eat before you go through security if you want hot food.- Love the improved Terminal 2 with outlets at pretty much every chair. Terminal 1 (specifically Southwest gates) need to do the same.
Difficult to distinguish entry points for precheck & non-precheck. I often see folks turned away at the security podium b/c they were in the wrong line.
Social Business Solutions Group LLCJanuary 20, 2013Bathrooms are right down the hall on the left depending on where you are standing, remember to always tip your dealer and never drink and drive, have a safe trip
Southwest terminals are limited and usually always crowded with not a lot of options for amenities. Could use an expansion.
Commuter terminal blows...get here early to avoid long lines for all the short flights leaving here. You ll almost spend more time to check in and take your flight than just to drive...enjoy
Daniel TewfikMarch 18, 2013An interesting infographic on why you have to turn off your device(s) during takeoff and landing (Read it before you stow your phone away!) Read more
Shoe shine gent between Gates 20-40 is great!
- The rental car shuttle waiting areas are a mess. No signs to alert which part of curb a particular company will park. So even if you were waiting the longest you may not get a place on shuttle #1.
Abigail EMay 12, 2011If the sign stating the parking lot is full, it is FULL! come early or if your picking someone up, pick them up curb side!
M.Y. G.August 14, 2017The delta side is nice and spacious with many options for food. The southwest side is cramped and you can't hear any announcements and food is meh
K. GilDecember 17, 2014There are shuttles to go to the Shearaton on Terminal 2. Car rental shuttle on terminal 2 as well.
Check out Phil's BBQ in terminal 2. Local beers and great bbq.
James McGeeMay 24, 2011Welcome to San Diego!! Make sure and stop by Ruth's Chris Steak House on the bay for a sizzling steak, great service and the best sunset bay view!
Make sure to get a spot in the cell phone lot near the entrance - if you get to the end, getting back in is a big pain
Terminal 2 now open. No more funky uturn if you are coming from Point Loma.
Joshua MillerOctober 1, 2012If you arrive at the commuter terminal and are looking for a rental car you have to call them, or take the free airport loop to terminal one and go over the sky bridge
KitchenKonfidence.comDecember 23, 2010Welcome to San Diego! Looking for a good cocktail after a long flight? Check out the cocktail section on kitchenkonfidence.com for some local SD cocktail reviews and suggestions.
Park in short term parking to avoid the lines of cars dropping people off.
New terminal 2 is pretty great! Nice to see we caught up with services at other airports!
oh, how I LOVE going through the line twice, and checking a bag in between....at least if you fly Southwest, you get up to two bags free!
Hope you don’t have to transfer. Three pods of gates, each separate TSA. So drink that water fast
Chargers everywhere! Stone brewing, tons of space... This is the model of what an airport should be!
Stella TrunzoSeptember 29, 2013Don't worry you'll make it. Also unless you're boarding don't block the boarding lane or you might get hit in the ankles by a baby stroller. Just sayin'
Ang LiMarch 5, 2015If you are at terminal 1, make sure you know your gate number before going through security: Gate 1-2 are isolated from the rest.
Go to Neighborhood at 777 G St and ask the waitress about Noble Experiment. See the city from the Altitude Bar at the Gaslamp Marriott. It's breathtaking.
so much better than lax! not as crowded, lines are shorter, and i'm biased. one of the best views of downtown when landing!
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If you're flying Southwest, make sure you get in the security line as soon as possible. The line gets super long. Don't moss your flight!
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San Diego International Airport (SAN)
3225 N Harbor Dr (at Airport Terminal Rd)
San Diego, CA 92101
United States
San Diego, CA 92101
United States
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(619) 400-2404
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