Flying from Belfast to San Diego: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Belfast to San Diego. Belfast International Airport (BFS) and George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) are Belfast's main airports.
San Diego International Airport (SAN) is where you'll be arriving in San Diego.
San Diego's timezone is UTC-7, which makes San Diego seven hours behind Belfast.
Give yourself enough time to make your Belfast to San Diego flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to San Diego
To find cheap Belfast to San Diego flights, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Flying from Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Finding a stopover on your Belfast to San Diego flight is easy. Whether you'd like to potentially save on your fare or explore a new city, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out your options. A key stop when taking off from Belfast International Airport is Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
BFS is around 19 kilometres from central Belfast. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 2 hours.
After a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Belfast International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Belfast to San Diego or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights leaving Belfast International Airport, 67.55% touch down on time at their destination.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Break up your Belfast to San Diego flight with a stop at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). One of the main stopovers between George Best Belfast City Airport and San Diego, it's the perfect opportunity to recharge before the next leg of your journey.
BHD is around 5 kilometres from central Belfast. It'll take 10 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your flight from Belfast to San Diego:
George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time performance of 68%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on time.
Arriving in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
San Diego International Airport (SAN) is approximately 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 10 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 20 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Belfast to San Diego, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near SAN:
Pick up a San Diego International Airport rental car and discover San Diego and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Budget are popular providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from San Diego International Airport about two weeks in advance of your Belfast to San Diego flight.
The street address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Central San Diego is approximately 48 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). After your flight from Belfast to San Diego has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 40 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 2 hours 15 minutes on public transport.
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a McClellan-Palomar Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the rates and availability from Budget, Hertz and Avis.
Generally speaking, the earlier you book, the better the deals and selection of vehicles. Secure your ride from CLD once your travel dates are set.
Best time to go to San Diego
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Belfast to San Diego. July is the busiest month for a trip to San Diego. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in San Diego is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Belfast to San Diego ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
February sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap flights from Belfast to San Diego around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about San Diego
Start your San Diego trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Belfast to San Diego, browse our selection of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego are must-do's during your San Diego adventure.
Explore more of United States
San Diego has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres north-west of San Diego, a visit to Los Angeles will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Around 483 kilometres east of San Diego, Phoenix is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.