Flying from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know
San Diego is one hour behind Mexico City and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MEX to SAN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Benito Juarez International Airport to San Diego International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between MEX and SAN include:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
San Antonio International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
At the moment, R 3,299 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Benito Juarez International Airport to San Diego International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 6,124. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MEX to SAN if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to San Diego International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from MEX to SAN.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to San Diego International Airport.
Handy information about Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 80.91% of flights that take off from MEX reach their destination on time.
Benito Juarez International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near MEX? If you've booked an early flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to San Diego International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN)
If you're getting in on a late Benito Juarez International Airport to San Diego International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near SAN:
Explore without limits with a San Diego International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and venture far and wide through San Diego and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from San Diego International Airport about two weeks before your trip.
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 get to the centre driving.
It takes around 20 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to San Diego International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to San Diego based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to San Diego International Airport for August if you want to explore San Diego during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MEX to SAN around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of San Diego. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Around 483 kilometres east of San Diego, Phoenix is another favourite stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.