Travelling from San Diego to Stuttgart Airport (STR): What you need to know
San Diego's main base, San Diego International Airport (SAN), is where new adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from San Diego to Stuttgart Airport (STR).
The timezone in Stuttgart is UTC+1, which is eight hours ahead of San Diego. Stuttgart Airport is located in Stuttgart.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from San Diego to STR.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from San Diego to STR departing from San Diego International Airport (SAN), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
SAN is about 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from San Diego to Stuttgart Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels near San Diego International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from San Diego International Airport, 71.38% touch down on time at their destination.
SAN's address is N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
You can arrive at CLD from central San Diego in approximately 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 15 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your San Diego to STR flight, unwind in one of these hotels near McClellan-Palomar Airport:
About Stuttgart Airport (STR)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from San Diego to Stuttgart Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near STR instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Stuttgart Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Flex To Go, Alamo or Enterprise and venture far and wide through Stuttgart and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week ahead of your San Diego to Stuttgart Airport flight.
Getting from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to central Stuttgart
Central Stuttgart is about 10 kilometres from Stuttgart Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Stuttgart Airport (STR)
R 6,492 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Stuttgart Airport. Return flights start from R 12,488. These prices can change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from San Diego to STR if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your San Diego to Stuttgart Airport ticket.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from San Diego to STR.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from San Diego to Stuttgart Airport.
The best time to fly from San Diego to Stuttgart Airport (STR)
June is the most popular month for flights from San Diego to Stuttgart Airport (STR). Visit Stuttgart in February for a more laid-back experience.
When booking your San Diego to STR plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Stuttgart, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from San Diego to Stuttgart Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Stuttgart
Start your Stuttgart trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from San Diego to Stuttgart Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Your Stuttgart visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions you won't want to miss include Porsche Museum, Mercedes-Benz Museum and Marienplatz.
Explore more of Germany
Munich is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Stuttgart. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Münchner Oktoberfest, Marienplatz and Theresienwiese.
Wiesbaden is another favourite destination in Germany and is around 177 kilometres north-west of Stuttgart. No trip is complete without a visit to Holocaust Memorial, Das Badhaus Health, SPA & Wellness and Rheinsteig | Start- & Zielpunkt Wiesbaden.
