Flying from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know
San Diego is eight hours behind Berlin and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Your BER to SAN flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to San Diego International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between BER and SAN include:
London Heathrow Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Berlin Brandenburg Airport to San Diego International Airport flight is £300. A return fare is currently £461. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BER to SAN if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to San Diego International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to San Diego International Airport.
Handy information about Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Berlin Brandenburg Airport, data shows 74.2% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Berlin Brandenburg Airport from central Berlin, it takes around 35 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 17 miles from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near BER. Whether you're catching an early flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to San Diego International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Berlin Brandenburg Airport to San Diego International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SAN instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a San Diego International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget to explore San Diego and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from San Diego International Airport about two weeks before travelling.
Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego
You'll find SAN at Airport Drive.
From San Diego International Airport, San Diego is approximately 3 miles away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 20 minutes.
When to fly to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to San Diego International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to San Diego. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to San Diego International Airport for August if you'd like to go to San Diego during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BER to SAN in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
You've done San Diego, now it's time to discover more of United States. Travel around 110 miles north-west to Los Angeles to check off its must-visit sights. From Griffith Observatory to The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 300 miles east of San Diego, Phoenix is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.