San Diego International Airport (SAN) – San Diego, California, USA

Your comprehensive guide to San Diego International Airport (IATA: SAN, ICAO: KSAN), serving San Diego and the Southern California region.

🏢 Terminal Information & Services

The airport has two terminals—Terminal 1 (T1) and Terminal 2 (T2)—connected landside by pedestrian walkways. Amenities include:

Terminal 1 (Gates 1–16)

• Gates 1–16: Served by Southwest Airlines and contingent international arrivals. Check-in and baggage claim on the lower level.
• Dining & Retail:
  • West Coast Tavern – American fare near Gate 5.
  • The Tiny Spork – Fresh bowls near Gate 9.
  • Seaside Market – Snacks and travel essentials near Gate 11.
  • Barrell & Bushel – Local beers and light bites near Gate 14.
• Free Wi-Fi, charging stations, restrooms, and family restrooms located throughout.
• Pet Relief Areas: Indoor station near Gate 3 and outdoor adjacent to Terminal 1 west entrance.
• Information Desk & Lost & Found: Located landside on the lower level near baggage claim.

Terminal 2 (Gates 20–50)

• Gates 20–29 (T2 West): Served by Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, and some international flights.
• Gates 30–50 (T2 East): Served by United, JetBlue, Hawaiian Airlines, and other domestic carriers.
• Dining & Retail:
  • Pub 1842 – Craft beers and pub fare near Gate 21.
  • Lee’s Sandwiches – Vietnamese sandwiches near Gate 26.
  • High Dive – Seafood dishes near Gate 32.
  • Vino Volo – Wine bar and small plates near Gate 36.
  • Salt & Straw – Artisan ice cream near Gate 44.
  • Hudson News – Books, magazines, and snacks near Gates 23 and 41.
• Lounges:
  • Alaska Lounge near Gate 24.
  • American Admirals Club near Gate 32.
  • Delta Sky Club near Gate 36.
  • United Club near Gate 42.
• Free Wi-Fi, charging stations, restrooms, family restrooms, and nursing rooms throughout.
• Pet Relief Areas: Indoor station near Gate 22 and outdoor adjacent to Terminal 2 south entrance.

Tarmac Shuttle

Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are connected by an airside shuttle bus operating every 5–10 minutes for transferring passengers.

✈️ Runways & Aircraft Services

• Runway 9/27: 9,400 ft × 200 ft, asphalt – main runway handling most commercial flights.
• Runway 8/26: 7,200 ft × 150 ft, asphalt – secondary runway, used for general aviation and smaller carriers.
• General Aviation FBOs:
  • Signature Flight Support – Full-service fuel (Jet A, Avgas), hangars, tie-downs, maintenance, and pilot lounges.
  • AeroTech Services – Executive terminal services, concierge, and ground handling.
• Cargo Facilities: Dedicated ramp areas for FedEx, UPS, DHL, and Amazon Air.
• Maintenance & Repair: On-field MRO providers offer line maintenance, avionics, and inspections.
• Noise Abatement: Strict noise abatement procedures with preferential runway use and reduced thrust departures to minimize impact on surrounding neighborhoods.

🚗 Ground Transportation

• San Diego Trolley (Blue Line): Terminal 2 connect via free shuttle to the San Ysidro–Old Town line at the Middletown Station—check schedules at sdmts.com.
• Shuttle Services:
  • SuperShuttle and Prime Time Shuttle provide shared-ride service to hotels and other destinations.
  • Hotel courtesy shuttles available from many downtown and airport-area hotels—arrange with your accommodation.
• Rental Cars: Rental Car Center located off-airport property; accessible via Rental Car Center shuttle from the Ground Transportation Center. Major agencies include Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, and Alamo.
• Taxis & Rideshare: Taxi stand on the Ground Transportation Center level outside each terminal. Rideshare (Uber, Lyft) pickup zones on the same level—follow signs.
• Public Transit: MTS Bus Routes 992, 992A, and 992B connect the airport with downtown San Diego—check schedules at sdmts.com.
• Parking:
  • Terminal Parking Structures 1 & 2: Covered parking adjacent to terminals with direct pedestrian walkway access.
  • Lot 3: Short-term surface lot next to Terminal 1 for quick drop-off/pick-up.
  • Economy Lot 4 & 5: Long-term surface lots with shuttle service to terminals every 10–15 minutes.
  • Cell Phone Waiting Lot: Free waiting area off N Harbor Dr—monitor flight status and pick up passengers curbside when ready.
• Private Car & Limousine: Prearranged pickups on the Ground Transportation Center level; follow signage for limo zones.
• Bike & Pedestrian Access: Bike racks near both terminals’ entrances; sidewalks connect to nearby neighborhoods and transit stops.

📞 Contact & Official Information

San Diego International Airport is owned and operated by San Diego County Regional Airport Authority.

• Official Site: san.org
• Phone (General Information): +1 619-400-2404
• Airport Administration: +1 619-400-2800
• FBO – Signature Flight Support: +1 619-400-2802
• FBO – AeroTech Services: +1 619-400-2810
• Lost & Found: +1 619-400-2404 (Ext. 1)
• Address: 3225 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA