Flying from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know
Get your travels underway at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), the main airport in Fort Lauderdale. Look for flights from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego International Airport (SAN) that depart from this terminal.
The average time for a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego International Airport is 5 hours 37 minutes.
The timezone in San Diego is UTC-7, which is 3 hours behind Fort Lauderdale. San Diego International Airport is located in San Diego.
The busiest route is from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to San Diego International Airport (SAN), with 9 direct services every week. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FLL to SAN is the 10:00 Alaska Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 18:36 with jetBlue.
To ensure you catch your flight from Fort Lauderdale to SAN, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
July is a busy month for air travel. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Thanksgiving, Memorial Day or Christmas, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Go straight to your destination from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Nonstop flights from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego International Airport (SAN) operate from here.
When departing from FLL, you can catch a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego International Airport with Alaska Airlines.
From central Fort Lauderdale, FLL is around 8 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Catching an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport:
About San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SAN if you have a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego International Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego
San Diego International Airport to the centre of San Diego is around 9 minutes in a car. It's approximately 5 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It takes roughly 20 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego International Airport from R 1,436 or travel return from just R 3,226. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
Book 8 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Fort Lauderdale to SAN.
You'll score the biggest savings on your tickets from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego International Airport if you travel in May. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to find the cheapest day to fly out.
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The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
May is the quietest time to travel to San Diego. Alternatively, join the crowds and take your trip in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
When booking your flight from Fort Lauderdale to SAN, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 28ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego International Airport sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about San Diego
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in San Diego right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Diego International Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego are must-visits when exploring San Diego.
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