Travelling from Salgado Filho International Airport (POA) to San Diego: what you need to know
Salgado Filho International Airport is located in Porto Alegre. Following the UTC-7 timezone, San Diego is four hours behind Porto Alegre.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your POA to San Diego flight.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
The journey from central Porto Alegre to POA takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near POA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Salgado Filho International Airport to San Diego or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are just the thing:
76.68% of flights departing from Salgado Filho International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Salgado Filho International Airport (POA) to San Diego
R 7,598 is currently the best price for a one-way Salgado Filho International Airport to San Diego flight. Return flight tickets start at R 12,688. These fares can change depending on availability.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from POA to San Diego. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Salgado Filho International Airport to San Diego across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
San Diego International Airport (SAN) is around 5 kilometres from the centre of San Diego. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 10 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 20 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Salgado Filho International Airport to San Diego, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near SAN:
Hit the road running by picking up a San Diego International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond San Diego's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from San Diego International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from POA to San Diego can help you get the lowest rate.
The street address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
The centre of San Diego is around 56 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). After your flight from Salgado Filho International Airport to San Diego has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 40 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 2 hours 15 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to CLD. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your POA to San Diego flight:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a McClellan-Palomar Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Hertz or Avis and get going in the blink of an eye.
Generally, the earlier you book, the better the deals and choice of vehicles. Lock in your ride from CLD once your travel dates are set.
Best time to go to San Diego
Before you book your flights from Salgado Filho International Airport to San Diego, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in San Diego offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season brings cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in San Diego is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Salgado Filho International Airport to San Diego flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from POA to San Diego in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about San Diego
Start your San Diego trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Salgado Filho International Airport to San Diego, check out our selection of hotels including:
USS Midway Museum and San Diego Zoo are just the start of the big attractions to add to your San Diego travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to SeaWorld San Diego.
Explore more of United States
San Diego is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United States you should also see. Around 177 kilometres north-west of San Diego, a visit to Los Angeles will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
If there's time to check out another major stop in United States, consider Phoenix, about 483 kilometres east of San Diego. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are highlights.
