Flying from Belfast to San Diego: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Belfast. Check out your options departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) when booking your flight from Belfast to San Diego.
Disembark at San Diego's major arrival point, San Diego International Airport (SAN).
To ensure you catch your flight from Belfast to San Diego, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll need an ETA for United States if you hold a passport from United Kingdom and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap flights from Belfast to San Diego, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
Flying from Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to visit a new city or just have a break during your travels. When looking for a flight from Belfast to San Diego, deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is one option if you're flying out of Belfast International Airport.
The journey from central Belfast to BFS takes around 2 hours and 2 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 31 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a handy hotel near Belfast International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Belfast to San Diego, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Take some time to recharge during your flight from Belfast to San Diego with a stopover. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is one of the main options between George Best Belfast City Airport and San Diego.
With public transport, you can travel from central Belfast to BHD in about 22 minutes. The terminal is roughly 8 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 12 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Belfast to San Diego? Kick back in a hotel near George Best Belfast City Airport before your break officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
Arriving in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
San Diego International Airport (SAN) is around 5 kilometres from central San Diego. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 9 minutes.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 20 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Belfast to San Diego. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SAN instead:
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
After your flight from Belfast to San Diego has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 39 minutes by car. Central San Diego is approximately 56 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 2 hours and 14 minutes.
After your flight from Belfast to San Diego, settle in at a hotel near CLD. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to San Diego
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Belfast to San Diego is 401 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 689 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from Belfast to San Diego. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
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Best time to go to San Diego
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Belfast to San Diego. July is the most popular month to travel to San Diego. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Belfast to San Diego, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 28ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, book a cheap ticket from Belfast to San Diego in February when temperatures average between 7ºC and 23ºC.
More about San Diego
Once you've booked your flight from Belfast to San Diego, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Diego:
San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are a couple of major attractions to add to your San Diego travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at SeaWorld San Diego.
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