Travelling from San Diego to Orlando: what you need to know
Begin planning your trip by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from San Diego to Orlando. Explore your options for setting off from San Diego International Airport (SAN) or McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD), two of the city's main airports.
Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) are the key hubs in Orlando.
4 hours 48 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from San Diego to Orlando. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Orlando is 3 hours ahead of San Diego.
With 11 flights a week between the two airports, San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the busiest route. Hop on the earliest flight from San Diego to Orlando with Alaska Airlines at 09:23. If you're keen to make the most of your day before taking off, the last departure from SAN to MCO is with Alaska Airlines at 22:45.
To ensure you catch your flight from San Diego to Orlando, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Heading away during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
For a domestic flight within United States, you won't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to bring another form of identification, like an ID card or driver's licence. Once you've found cheap flights from San Diego to Orlando, make sure your ID is up to date.
Flying from San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
You can book a nonstop flight from San Diego to Orlando departing from San Diego International Airport (SAN). Begin your journey at SAN and land at Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Alaska Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct flights from San Diego to Orlando leaving from SAN.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from San Diego to Orlando. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from San Diego International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)
SAN is about 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 9 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from San Diego to Orlando? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near San Diego International Airport:
Arriving in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando is approximately 32 kilometres. It takes about 22 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Reserve a hotel close to MCO if you have a late flight from San Diego to Orlando. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
Central Orlando is approximately 48 kilometres from Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB). Once your flight from San Diego to Orlando has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 36 minutes.
The journey will take about 2 hours and 3 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to SFB. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from San Diego to Orlando:
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Orlando
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Orlando is ر.ق. 261. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 574. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Lock in cheap tickets from San Diego to Orlando by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from San Diego to Orlando is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Best time to go to Orlando
July is the most popular month for flights from San Diego to Orlando. To skip the crowds, visit Orlando in May.
The warmest month in Orlando is July, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from San Diego to Orlando in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap tickets from San Diego to Orlando sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Orlando
Once you've booked your flight from San Diego to Orlando, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Orlando:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Universal Orlando Resort, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Lake Eola Park are attractions you won't want to skip in Orlando.
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