Flying from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know
4 hours 57 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Jacksonville International Airport to San Diego International Airport. San Diego is 3 hours behind Jacksonville and operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to get a flight with a stopover. To see all the options for flights from Jacksonville International Airport to San Diego International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between JAX and SAN are:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
William P. Hobby Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Jacksonville International Airport to San Diego International Airport is C$146. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$229. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap flight tickets from JAX to SAN, reserve your journey 10 months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Jacksonville International Airport to San Diego International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
Located around 23 kilometres from the center of Jacksonville, Jacksonville International Airport can be reached in approximately 17 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near JAX? If you've booked an early flight from Jacksonville International Airport to San Diego International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Jacksonville International Airport to San Diego International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SAN instead:
Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego
From San Diego International Airport, San Diego is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 9 minutes to reach the center driving.
Traveling on public transport takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to San Diego International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit San Diego. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in May.
When reserving your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to San Diego International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. 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 cheap flight tickets from JAX to SAN sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about San Diego
Start your San Diego trip right by finding an amazing place to stay. After booking your flight from JAX to SAN, browse our hotel options including:
San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your San Diego must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out SeaWorld San Diego.
Complete your San Diego trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to San Diego International Airport — now it's time to find a place to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in San Diego.