General information
San Diego Airport in the southwest of the United States is the third busiest airport in the State of California, only Los Angeles Airport and San Francisco Airport handle more passengers. The city of San Diego has a population of 1.4 million and is one of the largest cities in the United States (#8). San Diego Airport is widely used by Alaska Airlines and Southwest Airlines. The airport has one runway, two modern terminals (T1, T2) and a Rental Car Center.
Tijuana Airport in Mexico is only 40 kilometres / 25 miles from San Diego Airport, California.
Where is San Diego Airport situated?
San Diego Airport is situated in the middle of the city, between Old Town and Downtown San Diego. The airport is located west of the city centre.
How many terminals does San Diego Airport have?
The airport has two terminals, both consist of two parts (East and West). Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are connected by a footbridge, but only after the security check (airside). Outside, you can walk from one terminal to the other in 5 minutes. Terminal 1 is used by low-cost carriers and has 19 boarding gates (1A, 1 – 18). Terminal 2 has 32 boarding gates (20 – 51) and is used by full service carriers such as Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta Air Lines.
A good alternative for flying to or from San Diego Airport are the following airports, sorted by distance from the airport. You can also take a look at the complete list of airports in United States.
| Tijuana Airport (Mexico) | 30km |
| Los Angeles Airport | 175km |
Which airlines fly from and to San Diego Airport?
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Alaska Airlines -
Southwest Airlines -
American Airlines -
United Airlines - Delta Air Lines
