San Diego International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 55m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About San Diego International Airport
San Diego International Airport is the primary international airport serving San Diego and its surrounding metropolitan area, in the U.S. state of California. The airport is located three miles northwest of downtown San Diego. It is the busiest single-runway airport in the United States and has a relatively small footprint, covering 663 acres of land. The airport is a hub for Alaska Airlines.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KSANNOTAMs
KSANReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27▸ displaced | 9,401 ft / 2,865 m | 200 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (9)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | SOCAL A/D EAST | 124.350 MHz |
| A/D | SOCAL A/D WEST | 119.600 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 134.800 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 125.900 MHz |
| GND | LINDBERGH GROUND | 123.900 MHz |
| MISC | CG | 157.150 MHz |
| MISC | CG | 898.400 MHz |
| TWR | LINDBERGH TWR | 118.300 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
San Diego International Airport provides various services including parking, transportation options, and real-time flight status.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 16 of 29 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAN DIEGO CLASS B AREA J | Class B | Controlled | 4800 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| SAN DIEGO CLASS B VFR CORRIDOR EXCLUSION | Class B | Controlled | GND | 3300 ft MSL |
| SAN DIEGO CLASS B VFR CORRIDOR EXCLUSION | Class B | Controlled | 4700 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: WNW (from about 292.5°), on 21% of observations, averaging 6 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 80% | -251 ft | |
| Feb | 81% | -222 ft | |
| Mar | 75% | -110 ft | |
| Apr | 66% | 75 ft | |
| May | 45% | 223 ft | |
| Jun | 41% | 442 ft | |
| Jul | 56% | 685 ft | |
| Aug | 65% | 854 ft | |
| Sep | 64% | 796 ft | |
| Oct | 69% | 512 ft | |
| Nov | 78% | 58 ft | |
| Dec | 75% | -243 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-251–854 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinnacle on the Park II | 479 ft | 36 ft | — |
| Pinnacle on the Park I | 479 ft | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 459 ft | 23 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 446 ft | 72 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 446 ft | 95 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 440 ft | 82 ft | — |
| The Grande South at Santa Fe Place | 420 ft | 26 ft | — |
| Savina Condominiums | 413 ft | 39 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from San Diego International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for San Diego International Airport?
The ICAO code for San Diego International Airport is KSAN, and its IATA code is SAN.
Where is San Diego International Airport located?
San Diego International Airport is large airport located in San Diego, United States, at an elevation of 17 ft (5 m).
How many runways does San Diego International Airport have?
San Diego International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 9,401 ft / 2,865 m.
Which airlines fly to San Diego International Airport?
Airlines historically serving San Diego International Airport include AeroMéxico, Air Canada, Air France, AirTran Airways, Alaska Airlines, Alitalia, among 29 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from San Diego International Airport?
Historical data lists 55 nonstop destinations from San Diego International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is San Diego International Airport in?
San Diego International Airport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at San Diego International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at San Diego International Airport is approximately 10.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near San Diego International Airport?
The nearest airport to San Diego International Airport is North Island Naval Air Station-Halsey Field (NZY), about 2.4 nm to the ssw, followed by Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport and Miramar Marine Corps Air Station - Mitscher Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. San Diego International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.