Flying from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to San Diego International Airport is 5 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in San Diego is UTC-7, which is one hour ahead of Anchorage.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your ANC to SAN flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Alaska Airlines offers direct flights from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to San Diego International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in San Diego — and maybe even more of United States if your schedule allows.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Alaska Airlines on this route.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to San Diego International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between ANC and SAN include:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Salt Lake City International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to San Diego International Airport flight is C$243. A return ticket right now is C$550. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get cheap tickets from ANC to SAN, reserve your journey six months before your departure date.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to San Diego International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from ANC to SAN by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to San Diego International Airport.
Handy information about Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
Of all flights departing from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, 79.27% arrive on time at their destination.
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Anchorage. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to ANC? If you're boarding an early flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to San Diego International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to San Diego International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SAN instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a San Diego International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of San Diego and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from San Diego International Airport around two weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego
SAN is located at Airport Drive.
From San Diego International Airport, San Diego is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
When to fly to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to San Diego International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to San Diego in May.
Book your flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to San Diego International Airport for August if you want to go to San Diego during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ANC to SAN in February. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've seen San Diego, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey about 177 kilometres north-west to Los Angeles to tick off its leading attractions. From Griffith Observatory to The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another corner of United States, consider Phoenix, about 483 kilometres east of San Diego. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are highlights.