Travelling from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Orlando International Airport to San Diego International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 10 minutes.
San Diego is three hours behind Orlando and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
Choose from 11 weekly Orlando International Airport to San Diego International Airport flights. The 07:00 departure with Alaska Airlines is the earliest you can take. Alaska Airlines operates the last service of the day at 17:36.
Give yourself enough time to make your MCO to SAN flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Travelling to San Diego (and then exploring more of United States!) is easy with Alaska Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Orlando International Airport to San Diego International Airport.
Alaska Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Alaska Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering MCO to SAN flights, with 66.98% of its services arriving as scheduled.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Orlando International Airport to San Diego International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between MCO and SAN include:
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
San Antonio International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
R 1,149 is the best price for a one-way Orlando International Airport to San Diego International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 2,729. These prices can change based on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from MCO to SAN, reserve your journey seven months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to San Diego International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Snapping up cheap flights from MCO to SAN is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Orlando International Airport to San Diego International Airport.
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Orlando International Airport, 78.28% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Orlando to Orlando International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Booked an early flight from Orlando International Airport to San Diego International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to MCO:
Arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Orlando International Airport to San Diego International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SAN instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a San Diego International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond San Diego's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from San Diego International Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego
SAN is located at Airport Drive.
From San Diego International Airport, San Diego is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 20 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to San Diego International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit San Diego in May.
Before locking in your flight from Orlando International Airport to San Diego International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MCO to SAN around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
San Diego has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres north-west of San Diego, a trip to Los Angeles will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Around 483 kilometres east of San Diego, Phoenix is another essential stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.
