Flying from San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport (SJD): what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in San Diego. San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) jetting off from here.
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 18 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport.
Los Cabos International Airport is located in San Jose Cabo. The city's timezone is UTC-7 — the same as San Diego.
The busiest route is from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Los Cabos International Airport (SJD), with 9 direct weekly services. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SAN to SJD is the 07:50 Alaska Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 13:18 with Alaska Airlines.
Your flight from San Diego to SJD won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
With more people on the move during busy periods like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Thanksgiving.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Go straight to your destination from San Diego International Airport (SAN). Direct flights from San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) are available from here.
Alaska Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport jetting out of SAN.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing flights from San Diego to SJD leaving from San Diego International Airport (SAN), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
From central San Diego, SAN is approximately 5 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near San Diego International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
About Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)
If you're coming in on a late flight from San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near SJD:
Getting from Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) to central San Jose Cabo
From Los Cabos International Airport, San Jose Cabo is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)
Lock in a one-way ticket from San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport from Rs30,644 or travel return from just Rs79,577. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
To snag cheap tickets from San Diego to SJD, reserve your journey 8 months ahead of the departure date.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through push notifications or email. We'll let you know when prices drop. Timing is key when finding cheap tickets from San Diego to SJD.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)
July is the most popular month for flights from San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit San Jose Cabo in May when things are quieter.
Book your flight from San Diego to SJD for July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in San Jose Cabo to range from 25ºC to 35ºC.
Search for cheap flights from San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about San Jose Cabo
Start your San Jose Cabo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
One of the best ways to get to know San Jose Cabo is to check out its most popular attractions. Essential stops include Wirikuta Garden, Blanco Creative Art Centre and Costa Azul.
Complete your San Jose Cabo trip with a car rental
Hop behind the wheel of one of our car rentals in San Jose Cabo and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare rates from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from San Diego to Los Cabos International Airport.
