Flying from San Diego to Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ): What you need to know
Montrose Regional Airport is located in Montrose. The city follows the UTC-7 timezone and is one hour ahead of San Diego.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from San Diego to MTJ.
Popular months like July or high seasons such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise move.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Located around 5 kilometres from central San Diego, SAN can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
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Of all flights departing from San Diego International Airport, 74% land on schedule at their destination.
The address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
The distance from San Diego's city centre to CLD is about 48 kilometres. Take into account transport options and potential delays when planning the best way to get to the airport.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near McClellan-Palomar Airport the day before your San Diego to MTJ flight:
Flights from McClellan-Palomar Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 88% of them landing right on cue.
About Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ)
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You'll find MTJ at 2100 Airport Road.
Getting from Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) to central Montrose
Central Montrose is around 3 kilometres from Montrose Regional Airport. Travel times by car hire or taxi will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ)
133 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Montrose Regional Airport. A return flight starts at 282 €. These prices may change depending on availability.
To find cheap flights from San Diego to MTJ, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from San Diego to Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ)
March is the busiest month for flights from San Diego to Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ). Visit Montrose in November for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Montrose is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your San Diego to MTJ plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from San Diego to Montrose Regional Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -15ºC (5ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF).
More about Montrose
Start your Montrose trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from San Diego to Montrose Regional Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Montrose when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your itinerary at Museum of the Mountain West followed by Montrose Botanic Gardens and Montrose County Historical Museum.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Montrose, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel around 290 kilometres northeast to Denver to tick off its leading attractions. From Denver Art Museum to Meow Wolf Denver's Convergence Station and Ballpark, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in the United States, head for Colorado Springs, roughly 274 kilometres east of Montrose. Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak Region Attractions and Red Rock Canyon are among its highlights.
