Flying from San Diego to Santorini International Airport (JTR): what you need to know
San Diego's main base, San Diego International Airport (SAN), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from San Diego to Santorini International Airport (JTR).
Santorini (Thira) is 9 hours ahead of San Diego. Santorini International Airport is located in Santorini (Thira), which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from San Diego to JTR, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
With more travellers during peak months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like July Fourth.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Whether you'd prefer to discover a new city on the way or just have a break, we make it a cinch to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options taking off from San Diego International Airport (SAN), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) is a stop you can make during your flight from San Diego to JTR.
From the centre of San Diego, SAN is approximately 5 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to get there.
After an easy start to your trip? Stay near San Diego International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from San Diego to Santorini International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
About Santorini International Airport (JTR)
Consider staying in a hotel near JTR if you're taking a late flight from San Diego to Santorini International Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to central Santorini (Thira)
From Santorini International Airport, Santorini (Thira) is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
R 6,857 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Santorini International Airport. Return flights start from R 16,470. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
We recommend booking as early as possible to lock in cheap tickets from San Diego to JTR. You're more likely to land a great deal and enjoy more options for departure times and travel dates.
Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare the prices of tickets from San Diego to Santorini International Airport across each month. We've highlighted the lowest fares in green, making it easy to choose a flight that fits your budget.
Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when the fares drop. The right timing can be the key to finding cheap tickets from San Diego to JTR.
Personalise your trip by applying filters. Choose the total duration, number of stops, and departure and arrival times to find the ideal flight from San Diego to Santorini International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' options first.
The best time to fly from San Diego to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
July is the most popular month for flights from San Diego to Santorini International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head for Santorini (Thira) in February when things are quieter.
Before locking in your flight from San Diego to JTR, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Santorini (Thira), with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 27ºC.
Visit in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Average temperatures range between 10ºC and 16ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from San Diego to Santorini International Airport.
More about Santorini (Thira)
Start your Santorini (Thira) trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from San Diego to Santorini International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Fira and Santorini caldera are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Santorini (Thira) itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out View point on Red Beach.
Complete your Santorini (Thira) trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from San Diego to Santorini International Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Santorini (Thira). Explore the exclusive deals and instantly compare options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.
