Flying from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know
A direct flight from Cancun International Airport to San Diego International Airport takes an average of 5 hours 10 minutes. The timezone in San Diego is UTC-7, which is 2 hours behind Cancun.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
We make it easy to get a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from Cancun International Airport to San Diego International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between CUN and SAN include:
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
San Antonio International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
C$217 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Cancun International Airport to San Diego International Airport. Return flights start at C$426. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Book 9 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from CUN to SAN.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Cancun International Airport to San Diego International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Use filters to find the best trip for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Cancun International Airport to San Diego International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Cancun International Airport (CUN)
To get to Cancun International Airport from central Cancun, it takes around 26 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city center.
Searching for a handy hotel near CUN? If you're catching an early flight from Cancun International Airport to San Diego International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Reserve a hotel close to SAN if you have a late flight from Cancun International Airport to San Diego International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego
San Diego International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central San Diego. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 9 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 20 minutes.
When to fly to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Cancun International Airport to San Diego International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit San Diego based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Cancun International Airport to San Diego International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 28ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from CUN to SAN around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about San Diego
As soon as you've booked your flights from CUN to SAN, you'll want to find a hotel in San Diego. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego are essential stops on your San Diego itinerary.
Complete your San Diego trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to San Diego International Airport, explore our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your San Diego vacation.