Flying from San Diego to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA): what you need to know
Start planning your trip by checking out the departure points for your flight from San Diego to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA). Explore your options for setting off from San Diego International Airport (SAN) or McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD), two of the city's main airports.
San Diego and Phoenix (where Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is located) share the UTC-7 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch once you land.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from San Diego to AZA.
Flying during a peak month like July? Popular seasons (like summer, Christmas and New Year) can add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
SAN is roughly 3 miles from the center of San Diego. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveler tool will give you the best route and available public transport options.
After a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near San Diego International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from San Diego to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
About Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Reserve a hotel close to AZA if you're taking a late flight from San Diego to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) to central Phoenix
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is approximately 35 miles from the center of Phoenix. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 42 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
For a one-way ticket from San Diego to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport, $65 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just $126. These are currently the lowest fares but could change based on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from San Diego to AZA, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Use the 'Whole month' search function and compare the prices of tickets from San Diego to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport across the month. We've made the lowest fares green, making it easy to choose a flight that fits your budget.
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The best time to fly from San Diego to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
December is the most popular month for flights from San Diego to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport. To skip the crowds, head for Phoenix in May when things are quieter.
Schedule your flight from San Diego to AZA for July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Phoenix to range from 79ºF to 111ºF.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from San Diego to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport in January when temperatures average between 39ºF and 68ºF.
More about Phoenix
Start your Phoenix trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from San Diego to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
One of the best ways to get to know Phoenix is to explore its top sights. Some highlights include Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.
Complete your Phoenix trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from San Diego to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Phoenix. Check out the offers and easily compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.
