Travelling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know
San Diego is 20 hours behind Auckland and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your AKL to SAN flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Auckland Airport to San Diego International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between AKL and SAN include:
San Francisco International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Auckland Airport to San Diego International Airport flight is 344 €. A return plane ticket is currently 682 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from AKL to SAN if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when looking for your flight from Auckland Airport to San Diego International Airport.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from AKL to SAN.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Auckland Airport to San Diego International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Auckland Airport, data shows 69.31% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Auckland Airport from central Auckland, it takes around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near AKL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Auckland Airport to San Diego International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN)
If you're getting in on a late Auckland Airport to San Diego International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near SAN:
Say yes to new adventures 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 main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from San Diego International Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego
You'll find SAN at Airport Drive.
From San Diego International Airport, San Diego is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
When to fly to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Auckland Airport to San Diego International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to San Diego based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Auckland 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).
Search for cheap tickets from AKL to SAN in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
You've visited San Diego, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Journey about 177 kilometres north-west to Los Angeles to tick off its leading attractions. From Griffith Observatory to The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Phoenix is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 483 kilometres east of San Diego. No journey is complete without seeing Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.