Travelling from Stansted Airport (STN) to San Diego: what you need to know
Stansted Airport is located in London. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, San Diego is seven hours behind London.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your STN to San Diego flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
The journey from central London to STN takes about 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 1 hour or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel near STN? If you've booked an early flight from Stansted Airport to San Diego, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
64.73% of flights departing from Stansted Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to San Diego
Rs105,088 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Stansted Airport to San Diego flight. A return ticket right now is Rs196,101. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from STN to San Diego, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Stansted Airport to San Diego throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from STN to San Diego by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Stansted Airport to San Diego by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego is roughly 5 kilometres. It'll take you around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes around 20 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to SAN if you have a late flight from Stansted Airport to San Diego. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a San Diego International Airport rental car and explore San Diego and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Budget are top providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from San Diego International Airport around two weeks before your flight from STN to San Diego.
SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of San Diego. Once you've hopped off your flight from Stansted Airport to San Diego, it'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 2 hours 15 minutes.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near CLD. Unwind and get cosy after your STN to San Diego flight at any of these well-located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a McClellan-Palomar Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Budget, Hertz or Avis and set off in the blink of an eye.
Usually, the earlier you book, the better the deals and selection of vehicles. Lock in your ride from CLD as soon as you know your dates.
Best time to go to San Diego
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Stansted Airport to San Diego. The city buzzes in peak season, but hotel prices are usually higher and attractions can get busy. Go to San Diego in the off-season if you want a quieter vibe.
When booking your Stansted Airport to San Diego flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 28ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from STN to San Diego around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about San Diego
After booking your flight from Stansted Airport to San Diego, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Diego:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. USS Midway Museum, San Diego Zoo and SeaWorld San Diego are must-visits when exploring San Diego.
Explore more of United States
San Diego has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres north-west of San Diego, a trip to Los Angeles will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Phoenix is another well-known destination in United States and is around 483 kilometres east of San Diego. No journey is complete without dropping by Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.