Travelling from Paris to San Diego International Airport (SAN): What you need to know
Planning your flight from Paris to San Diego International Airport (SAN) begins with finding the best airport to make your exit from. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are your main options in Paris.
San Diego International Airport is located in San Diego. The city follows the UTC-7 timezone and is eight hours behind Paris.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Paris to SAN.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Paris to SAN that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between CDG and SAN include:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Paris, CDG can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Charles de Gaulle Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Paris to San Diego International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
61.46% of flights leaving from Charles de Gaulle Airport reach their destination on time.
The address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Paris to San Diego International Airport. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a great option between Paris Orly Airport and SAN.
ORY is around 19 kilometres from central Paris. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Paris Orly Airport the day before your Paris to SAN flight:
Paris Orly Airport has an on-time performance rate of 75.56%. This figure shows how frequently flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
The address for ORY is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
BVA is around 88 kilometres from central Paris. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 30 minutes. If you're considering public transport, you can expect a journey of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to Beauvais-Tille Airport and know you'll be at your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Paris to San Diego International Airport flight:
Flights departing from BVA make it to their destination within the scheduled time frame 66.39% of the time.
You'll find Beauvais-Tille Airport at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
About San Diego International Airport (SAN)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Paris to San Diego International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near SAN:
Pick up a San Diego International Airport rental car and explore San Diego and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Budget are top providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around two weeks before your Paris to San Diego International Airport flight.
The address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.
Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego
San Diego International Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from central San Diego. How long it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It takes roughly 20 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Paris to San Diego International Airport is $732. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,046. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Paris to SAN. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Paris to San Diego International Airport tickets across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Find an affordable flight from Paris to San Diego International Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Paris to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Paris to San Diego International Airport (SAN). July is the busiest month to travel to San Diego. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in May.
The warmest month in San Diego is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Paris to SAN flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
February sees temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Paris to San Diego International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about San Diego
Start your San Diego trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Paris to San Diego International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum are must-visits when exploring San Diego.
Explore more of the United States
You've done San Diego, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Journey around 177 kilometres north-west to Los Angeles to check off its top sights. From Hollywood Sign to Griffith Observatory and Hollywood Bowl, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of the United States, head for Long Beach, about 145 kilometres north-west of San Diego. SkyThrills! - Fly a Real Fighter Aircraft & Become A Fighter Pilot For A Day! Long Beach, CA, Queen Mary and The Queen Mary are the start of reasons to visit.