By VOICE & VIEWPOINT NEWSWIRE
San Diego International Airport (SAN) expects to see as many as 1.3 million people arriving and departing during the upcoming winter holiday travel period which runs for 18 days from Thursday, December 19, 2024 through Sunday, January 5, 2025.
Busiest travel days are anticipated to be Friday through Monday before December 25, 2024 (Christmas Day) and Thursday through Sunday after Christmas Day along with Thursday through Sunday after January 1, 2025 (New Year’s Day). During these busy travel days, the airport anticipates as many as 80,000 people arriving and departing daily at SAN.
Below are suggested tips for travelers coming through SAN during the winter holiday travel period:
Make parking reservations in advance. The Terminal 1 Parking Plaza is now open, which means no matter which airline you are flying on, you can park right in front of your terminal. Nearly 5,000 covered parking spaces are available at the airport’s Terminal 1 and 2 Parking Plazas.
Expect delays. Travelers should anticipate potential delays on west and eastbound N. Harbor Drive due to potential slow-moving construction vehicles.
Pack wisely. Avoid bringing prohibited items in carry-on luggage. Download the MyTSA app and use the “What Can I Bring?” feature. Or, snap a picture of an item and send it to @AskTSA on Twitter or Facebook Messenger for real-time assistance. Travelers can also send a question by texting “Travel” to AskTSA (275-872).
Check your flight status. Before coming to the airport, be sure to check with your airline to confirm your flight time.
Arrive early. Expect traffic congestion due to construction. Plan to arrive at the airport early enough to allow time to travel through security checkpoints and to your gate. Busiest times curbside are 4 a.m. to 6:15 a.m., 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and 8 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Traveling around SAN. Need a ride in between Terminal 1 and 2? Passengers can hop on the Terminal Loop Shuttle which transports passengers between the two terminals in an efficient manner.
Free electric shuttle. The San Diego Flyer is a free shuttle bus service between the Old Town Transit Station and SAN. The electric shuttle buses operate seven days a week, with an average arrival time of every 20 to 30 minutes. The first pick up is at 4:45 a.m. and the last pick up/drop off at 12:30 a.m.
Follow the signs. Whether dropping off or picking up passengers, please follow construction signage and stay within marked lanes. Be alert and ensure car doors and personal belongings are not blocking other drivers and passengers. Lastly, follow the directions of Airport Traffic Officers – they are there to ensure the safety of everyone at the airport.
