Travelling from San Diego to Hancock International Airport (SYR): What you need to know
Start planning your holiday by checking out where you'll catch your flight from San Diego to Hancock International Airport (SYR). Explore the options for leaving from San Diego International Airport (SAN) or McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD), two of the city's main airports.
Hancock International Airport is located in Syracuse. The city runs on the UTC-4 timezone and is three hours ahead of San Diego.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from San Diego to SYR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During high season, allow for extended wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Travelling from central San Diego to SAN takes about 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from San Diego to Hancock International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these stays near San Diego International Airport:
Of the departures from San Diego International Airport, 71.38% land on time at their destination.
The address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
With public transport, you can travel from central San Diego to CLD in around 2 hours 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your San Diego to SYR flight? Check in to a hotel near McClellan-Palomar Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
About Hancock International Airport (SYR)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from San Diego to Hancock International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SYR instead:
Explore without limits with a Hancock International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and see more of Syracuse and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your San Diego to Hancock International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
The street address for SYR is City Hall.
Getting from Hancock International Airport (SYR) to central Syracuse
Hancock International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Syracuse. How long it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Hancock International Airport (SYR)
Right now, R 2,635 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Hancock International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 5,194. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from San Diego to SYR, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap San Diego to Hancock International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from San Diego to Hancock International Airport (SYR)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from San Diego to Hancock International Airport (SYR). July is when most people travel to Syracuse. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in February.
The warmest month in Syracuse is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your San Diego to SYR plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from San Diego to Hancock International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Syracuse
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Syracuse right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from San Diego to Hancock International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, MOST (Museum of Science and Technology) and Armoury Square are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Syracuse itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Buffalo is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Syracuse. Around 225 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Frank Lloyd Wright's Darwin D. Martin House Complex, Albright-Knox Art Gallery and Forest Lawn.
Rochester is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 121 kilometres west of Syracuse. No journey is complete without visiting George Eastman Museum, Strong National Museum Of Play and Strasenburgh Planetarium.