The minimum connection time at SAN is 40 minutes for domestic flights and 90 minutes for international connections. SAN has an on-time arrival rate of 78%. When flights are delayed, the average delay is 60 minutes.
SAN Minimum Connection Time
San Diego International — San Diego
Official Minimum Connection Time at SAN
40m
Domestic Minimum
90m
International Minimum
Getting Between Terminals at SAN
Terminals: Terminal 1 (Gates 1-10) | Terminal 2 (Gates 20-50)
How to transfer: Walking between terminals via a post-security connector
Transfer time: 5-10 minutes between terminals
✓TSA re-screening: Not required between terminals — Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are connected airside. No re-screening needed.
Terminal-to-Terminal Walk Times at SAN
| From | To | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Terminal 1 | Terminal 2 | 5-10 min |
Miss Rate by Layover Time at SAN
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Pro Tips for Connecting at SAN
→SAN is a small, efficient airport. The walk between the farthest gates is about 10 minutes.
→Southwest uses Terminal 1 and most other carriers use Terminal 2.
→San Diego has excellent weather, making it one of the most reliable airports for on-time connections.
→Book both legs on the same ticket. If you miss your connection, the airline must rebook you at no charge. Separate tickets mean you're on your own.
→Choose morning flights for your first leg. Flights before 8 AM are delayed significantly less than afternoon flights.
→Avoid checking bags on tight connections. Carry-on only gives you maximum flexibility if you need to switch flights.