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San Diego International Airport (SAN)

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

International Airport
Midway District, San Diego
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    Rick G.
    "Great place to catch a flight!"(92 Tips)
    JD
    "Commuter terminal is separated from the rest of the airport"(21 Tips)
    Corrie
    "Fantastic free wifi and the seats with electric outlets are genius!"(60 Tips)
    San Diego's Bowl Games
    "Classy San Diego""(9 Tips)
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  • Jared C.
    Jared CoeMay 13, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    Wow, TSA workers must be paid a million dollars, they are Awesome, efficient and sooooo friendly... not. Fuck off, you self-glorified mall cops!
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    AlfaJuly 17, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    Small airport, considering it has international purposes. Currently being superficially renovated; I dont think it'll expand.
  • Victor B.
    Victor BozhenkoApril 11, 2011
    Now I got it! The reason their Wi-Fi is free is that by the time you're through security, you don't have no time for Internet! Can't use it anyway! Unless you finally missed your flight!
  • Moo J.heart icon on user image
    Moo JuJune 19, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Check out bathrooms for pets -- complete with a fire hydrant near Gate 47 :-)
  • Fergus N.heart icon on user image
    Fergus NolanOctober 16, 2017
    Clean, efficient, great shopping and art work. All in all not bad
  • Marisa M.
    Marisa MillardApril 13, 2014
    If you are hungry go to the sunset cove. Lots of great options to choose from.
  • Paulo M.
    Paulo MandalerisNovember 9, 2013
    The volunteers in information points are the best, you are very helpfull and kind guys, thanks for your help
  • Karma O.
    Karma OviquioJanuary 24, 2011
    Ok, I've come, I've seen I've conquered. Love it here but couldn't see myself living here. People are so "Not Neighborly" unless you play volleyball or Frisbee. I'll be back love the weather!
  • Zahideheart icon on user image
    ZahideApril 14, 2015
    My new adventure begins here very excited to be here. Small but a very nice airport with friendly people
  • Yacine B.heart icon on user image
    Yacine BaroudiJune 26, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    Love it! "The TSA here are exceptionally trained monkeys. Simply amazing. Bravo to the talented primates for your security theater" BY CHRIS DANCY on Gowalla
  • Allyson ⚡.
    Allyson ⚡March 7, 2012
    Been here 50+ times
    Free wi-fi, though it's a little bit slow. The food at Brioche Dorée is expensive but really delicious. Treat yo'self.
  • Robin B.heart icon on user image
    Robin BertelsJanuary 29, 2016
    One of the most beautiful airports I've ever been to
  • Cindy G.
    Cindy GFebruary 20, 2014
    Been here 100+ times
    Love the improved Terminal 2 with outlets at pretty much every chair. Terminal 1 (specifically Southwest gates) need to do the same.
  • Everyday
    EverydaySeptember 20, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    If you're checking in the Alaska Airlines gate for departures, make sure that your flight will be departing soon. Not many things to do once you pass that security gate.
  • Scott D.heart icon on user image
    Scott DurnfordNovember 27, 2021
    Terminal 2 is very convenient. Has lots of vendors for souvenirs and other items.
  • Kyra K.heart icon on user image
    Kyra KilianNovember 25, 2018
    Clean bathrooms and easy to get around. Easy in and out
  • jamie seng t.heart icon on user image
    jamie seng tFebruary 6, 2014
    Been here 100+ times
    Sad to see that my favorite overnight parking (PCH Economy Lot previously SAN PCH lot) is being replaced by a rental car terminal
  • Colin N.heart icon on user image
    Colin NelsonFebruary 20, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    Scenic views of the water. Easy in and out. Nice airport
  • Brea S.heart icon on user image
    Brea SimpsonApril 13, 2017
    Been here 100+ times
    Terminal 2 is wonderful. Terminal 1 might be the crappiest part of San Diego.
  • JD L.
    JD LasicaJuly 27, 2013
    Finally, an airport with decent placement of electrical outlets (at the base of the seats) throughout the seating area.
  • Tyler L.heart icon on user image
    Tyler LuckApril 19, 2019
    Been here 10+ times
    Stone Brewing could use outlets or a charging station. Just saying.
  • 😎 Marlowe 😜
    😎 Marlowe 😜May 17, 2015
    Spirit Airline is the cheapest... I got a round trip to Vegas for only $72
  • Charlie H.
    Charlie HeseltonNovember 10, 2019
    Been here 10+ times
    Check out Phil's BBQ in terminal 2. Local beers and great bbq.
  • Jinnie L.
    Jinnie LOctober 6, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    San Diego has the best mexican food!! n that's why I'm here tehehehehehehe ;P lovely airport with free wifi
  • Sandy B.
    Sandy BlumbergDecember 12, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    The new Term, 2 is soups pretty and much larger. Thus far security lines have remained short, even in the morning.
  • Craig J.
    Craig J.February 10, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Try Saffron for excellent Thai and healthy food. Just love the owner!
  • Alison L.heart icon on user image
    Alison LiebrechtApril 15, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Construction is on-going through spring/summer 2013. Give yourself extra time for delays and re-routes. You can access terminal 2 via terminal 1 in a pinch.
  • Jonathan S.
    Jonathan SoohooMay 23, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    For Terminal 2, use the security line near Virgin America. The far one near United is usually way too long and filled with international travelers. Both lines go to all gates in Terminal 2.
  • ᴡ E.heart icon on user image
    ᴡ EvansApril 8, 2015
    Easy to navigate - never an issue. Careful of flights leaving from the commuter terminal - shuttle takes a while
  • Jakob S.
    Jakob SchimpfJuly 25, 2010
    Bring your own food. Remember - pre-make your sandwiches! Peanut butter jars, mustard, mayo and yogurt are subject to the liquids & gels policy and security will confiscate & dispose of these foods
  • Jasmine G.
    Jasmine GerberSeptember 19, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    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!
  • Julia-Booe H.heart icon on user image
    Julia-Booe HawkinsAugust 3, 2017
    Besides the quick luggage pick up, "UBER"!!! But the Airport sure makes the Pickup difficult Because of the Limo and Taxi Service Contracts!!!!!!!
  • Elizabeth G.heart icon on user image
    Elizabeth GlickJuly 28, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Looking for a place to sit? If the bar isn't open, take the seats off the counters. Viola. Seating and a place to work or eat.
  • Ismael C.heart icon on user image
    Ismael CruzMay 8, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    Busy place, long distances and some misleading gate/exit info. Make sure you pay attention or you’ll end up exiting airport in a flinch. Not many chain places to eat.
  • christine m.
    christine morrisonDecember 5, 2012
    Been here 50+ times
    They moved the Starbucks from inside the southwest terminal to where the check-in is and replaced it with some crappy airport "cafe."IOW if you want Starbucks you have to drink it before tsa now.
  • Sara M.
    Sara MorrisonMarch 12, 2014
    The Delta wing looks newly renovated. Chargers on every chair, and free fast wifi!
  • Jeffrey-Ryan B.
    Jeffrey-Ryan B.October 21, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    When flying internationally out of SAN it is best to arrive at least three hours prior to scheduled departure time due to the lack of knowledge of some station agents on passport protocol
  • Jillana B.heart icon on user image
    Jillana BApril 1, 2018
    Been here 10+ times
    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.
  • Amy C.heart icon on user image
    Amy CummingsFebruary 25, 2019
    Beautiful airport and tons of dining options!
  • Rob H.heart icon on user image
    Rob HavasyApril 19, 2018
    Been here 10+ times
    Good dining options and really convenient to downtown.
  • Anne S.heart icon on user image
    Anne SandrineMarch 20, 2015
    Very easy airport to navigate. Nice clean facilities. And friendly TSA agents...
  • Sibyl L.
    Sibyl LindsayJune 24, 2010
    If you are stuck for the day there are two sky clubs, Delta and American. Both are $50 a day but go with Delta. Longer hours, friendly service, and 50% if you have certain Amex Cards.
  • Kate M.heart icon on user image
    Kate McCormleyMay 22, 2015
    Been here 100+ times
    Flights to LAX are out of the commuter terminal. Be sure to double check before you get dropped off in the wrong spot!
  • A S.heart icon on user image
    A SquaredDecember 26, 2017
    You can’t argue with SAN, it’s a great airport and great location.
  • John T.
    John TrefethenDecember 5, 2012
    Try the Artisan Cafe. Great coffee and treats. Finally and airport that got it right.
  • eric b.heart icon on user image
    eric bornemannOctober 7, 2020
    One of the easiest airports to get to in the US.
  • Evan[Bu]heart icon on user image
    Evan[Bu]November 4, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Discovered by the Germans in 1904, they named it San Diego, which of course in German means, a whale's vagina.
  • Las Vegas M.
    Las Vegas MannequinsDecember 4, 2011
    The San Diego International Airport is the busiest, single-runway major airport in the nation and the second in the world after London Gatwick.
  • Jenni M.
    Jenni MelvilleOctober 30, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    You're pretty close to Flagship Cruises and Events! Hop on a harbor tour and check out the spectacular San Diego views!
  • Andrew C.heart icon on user image
    Andrew CerdaFebruary 4, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    While parking is under construction, you can take one of many shuttles to alternative lots. Try the commuter terminal lot - it's always empty!
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