Travelling from Pensacola International Airport (PNS) to San Diego: what you need to know
San Diego is two hours behind Pensacola, where Pensacola International Airport is located. San Diego follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your PNS to San Diego flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
PNS is about 6 kilometres from central Pensacola. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Pensacola International Airport to San Diego? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near PNS:
Pensacola International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 81.19% of flights that depart PNS arrive at their destination without delay.
You'll find PNS at 2430 Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pensacola International Airport (PNS) to San Diego
C$148 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Pensacola International Airport to San Diego flight. A return ticket right now is C$418. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from PNS to San Diego. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for a Pensacola International Airport to San Diego ticket.
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Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
San Diego International Airport (SAN) is around 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 10 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 20 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Pensacola International Airport to San Diego. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SAN instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a San Diego International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and see more of San Diego and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from San Diego International Airport around two weeks before your flight from PNS to San Diego can help you lock in the lowest rate.
The street address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
The centre of San Diego is located around 56 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). Once your flight from Pensacola International Airport to San Diego has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 40 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 2 hours 15 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near CLD. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your PNS to San Diego flight:
Budget, Hertz and Avis make picking up a McClellan-Palomar Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from CLD a few weeks in advance so you can just pick up the keys and get on your way.
Best time to go to San Diego
Visit San Diego during peak season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Pensacola International Airport to San Diego in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Before locking in your Pensacola International Airport to San Diego flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from PNS to San Diego in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about San Diego
Start your San Diego trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Pensacola International Airport to San Diego, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. USS Midway Museum, San Diego Zoo and SeaWorld San Diego are highlights which should be on every San Diego itinerary.
Explore more of United States
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