Flying from Bellingham International Airport (BLI) to San Diego: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Bellingham International Airport to San Diego is 2 hours 53 minutes.
San Diego and Bellingham (where Bellingham International Airport is located) share the UTC-7 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from BLI to San Diego. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're getting away during a peak month like July, be at the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during high seasons like spring break and summer.
You can book a nonstop flight from Bellingham International Airport to San Diego. Start your journey at BLI and end it at San Diego International Airport (SAN).
Allegiant Air is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Bellingham International Airport to San Diego.
You don't need a visa or passport to fly within United States. You will need a valid form of identification though, like an ID card or driver's licence. Add them to your packing list once you've booked cheap tickets from Bellingham International Airport to San Diego.
BLI is around 10 kilometres from central Bellingham. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 13 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 24 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near BLI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Bellingham International Airport to San Diego or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bellingham International Airport (BLI) to San Diego
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bellingham International Airport to San Diego is 42 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 84 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap tickets from BLI to San Diego, book your trip 10 months before your departure.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Bellingham International Airport to San Diego. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego is roughly 5 kilometres. It takes around 9 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes around 20 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Bellingham International Airport to San Diego, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near SAN:
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Central San Diego is approximately 56 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). After your flight from Bellingham International Airport to San Diego has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 39 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 2 hours and 14 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near CLD. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from BLI to San Diego:
Best time to go to San Diego
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Bellingham International Airport to San Diego. July is the busiest month for a trip to San Diego. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Bellingham International Airport to San Diego for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 17ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from BLI to San Diego in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about San Diego
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All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego are attractions you won't want to skip in San Diego.
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