Travelling from San Diego to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport (TBS): What you need to know
Tbilisi is 12 hours ahead of San Diego. Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport is located in Tbilisi, which follows the UTC+4 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from San Diego to TBS.
If you're flying during a popular month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Whether you're hoping to visit a new place along the way or just have a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options taking off from San Diego International Airport (SAN), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from San Diego to TBS.
Travelling from central San Diego to SAN takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near San Diego International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from San Diego to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to the on-time performance of San Diego International Airport, 74% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find SAN at N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
The distance from San Diego's city centre to CLD is roughly 48 kilometres. Consider transport options and possible delays when planning the quickest way to get to the airport.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your San Diego to TBS flight, stay in one of these hotels close to McClellan-Palomar Airport:
Most flights that leave McClellan-Palomar Airport touch down at their destination right on cue. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 88%.
About Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport (TBS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from San Diego to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TBS instead:
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around two weeks before your San Diego to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport flight.
Getting from Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) to central Tbilisi
Central Tbilisi is around 18 kilometres from Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport (TBS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport is Rs128,618. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs274,269. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from San Diego to TBS, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your San Diego to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from San Diego to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport (TBS)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to go to Tbilisi. August is when most people book flights from San Diego to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport (TBS), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Tbilisi is July, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 34ºC. Book your San Diego to TBS plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has temperatures of between -3ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap tickets from San Diego to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Tbilisi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Tbilisi right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from San Diego to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Peace Bridge, Georgian National Museum and Vorontsov's Palace are essential stops on your Tbilisi itinerary.
Explore more of Georgia
Kutaisi is just one of the many places in Georgia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Tbilisi. Around 193 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Bagrati Cathedral, St. Peter and Paul Apostles Church and Park of Glory.
Batumi is another well-known destination in Georgia and is around 274 kilometres west of Tbilisi. No journey is complete without visiting Batumi Boulevard Fountains, Miracle Park and Dancing Fountains, Batumi.
