In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we spoke to some of the artists of SAN’s current temporary exhibition Espacios & Lines about how they identify, and how their roots and upbringing influence their art. 

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SAN’s SSP America (SSP) restaurants have been identified as Certified Green Restaurants® among U.S.’s airports.  SSP America worked with the Green Restaurant Association (GRA), which verified that 172 locations, SAN’s SSP restaurants included, have collectively implemented over 4,330 environmental steps to earn more than 20,390 GreenPointsTM.

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If you’ve ever wondered how you can do business with the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority (Airport Authority) and San Diego International Airport (SAN), we invite you to our upcoming “Meet the Primes” networking event to find out!

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If traveling this week through SAN, here are some things to do while you wait to embark on your next adventure.

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The San Diego County Regional Airport Authority is looking for bright college students ready to get on-the-job experience this summer at San Diego International Airport!

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Starting on October 27, visitors heading by foot and by car to San Diego International Airport (SAN) on N. Harbor Drive will access Terminal 1 via new entrances.

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This Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month (Mes de la Herencia Hispana), we want to give you a sneak peek at some of the very cool Latinx art and concessions coming to San Diego International Airport! 

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If you’ve ever wondered how you can do business with the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority, we invite you to our upcoming “Meet the Primes” networking event to find out!

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After a pause during the pandemic, the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority brought back its Summer Internship Program with a  group of bright college students and recent graduates who are ready to take on the airport world! 

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Do waves and sunlight come to mind when you think of San Diego?

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San Diego is home to a vibrant Asian American community, and it’s reflected at San Diego International Airport. This Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Month (AANHPI), we want to spotlight a few flights, flavors, and art to check out during your next visit to SAN.

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Our newly revamped program was developed in-house by our Planning and Environmental Affairs Department.

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At the San Diego International Airport our employees are enthusiastic about caring for the environment year-round. During April, they’ll show their dedication by rolling up their sleeves and digging into fun and educational earth-friendly activities. Check it out! You may be inspired to try these too!

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This Black History Month, we are highlighting some of the influences San Diego International Airport (SAN) has in the terminals.

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In 2022, the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority (Airport Authority) captured, treated, and reused 812,500 gallons of stormwater. This water, which would otherwise have run off into San Diego Bay, was used to heat and cool buildings at San Diego International Airport, thereby reducing the amount of potable water used for this purpose.

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Alaska Airlines is kicking the new year off with news of added routes from  San Diego International Airport (SAN). Today the airline announced it will offer daily nonstop flights between SAN and Washington, D.C. via Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and daily nonstop flights between SAN and Eugene, Ore. via Eugene Airport (EUG) starting June 15.

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Yes, you can bike to San Diego International Airport (SAN)! All it takes is knowing where and how to properly stow your bike and a few safety tips to follow while on the airport campus. Here’s a quick guide for you:

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January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Human Trafficking (HT) is a crime where force, fraud, or coercion is used to lure a person to perform labor, services, or commercial sex acts.

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The saying, “man’s best friend” when referring to dogs needs an upgrade. Dogs, one could argue, are everyone’s best friend. Even self-proclaimed cat people can’t resist those puppy dog eyes when approached by a fluffy friend eager to say hello. These amazing four-legged creatures have the power to bring instant joy to people in a variety of settings but one of the places that it’s most needed is in an airport.

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With the closure of the Terminal 1 parking lot, parking onsite at the airport is extremely limited. Nicole Hall has some tips for you if you are trying to find parking at the airport.

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Summer is here and why not try some new habits that will make this one of the most sustainable summers yet. Below are some ideas to get you started:

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Si va usted a volar desde el Aeropuerto Internacional de San Diego (SAN) en el futuro cercano, debe esperar ver mucha construcción y cambios grandes en frente de la Terminal 1 empezando el 5 de junio hasta finales del año 2024.  Read more

Memorial Day weekend is considered the beginning of the summer travel season and SAN is anticipating a record-breaking number of passengers (post-COVID-19) to pass through the terminals during the next few months.

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Biking is a viable, fun, and healthy transportation choice. This Bike Month, SANDAG provides an entire month of activities to get you GOing by bike. Check out their Bike Month calendar here.

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The Airport Authority is recognizing Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month and the contributions of our Asian American and Pacific Islander employees. Read more

Each year Honor Flight San Diego escorts World War II and Korean War veterans on a round trip flight from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Washington, DC to visit Arlington National Cemetery for the Changing of the Guard ceremony, WWII, Lincoln, Korea, Vietnam, USMC, and Air Force memorials, and the National Guard Museum. 

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If you’ve been coming to the San Diego International Airport (SAN) over the last few months, you’ve likely noticed a whole new campus developing.  Read more

We have more nonstops to Canada this summer than ever before. Fly on Air Canada to Montréal, Toronto, or Vancouver. Or take WestJet to Calgary or Vancouver or Swoop to Edmonton.

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Construction is progressing daily on our New Terminal 1. Big trucks and backhoes move dirt and rocks around as construction crews and a dog build the terminal. Yes, you read that right. A dog! And it’s not just any dog. This is a very special dog with an important job. Read more

Parking is limited at SAN due to construction. Luckily, there’s another quick and easy way to get here, for free! Here's all you need to know about our electric San Diego Flyer shuttle. Read more

April through September is the least tern nesting season at SAN. Since 1970, this endangered migratory sea bird has found a suitable nesting site each year in the sand and gravel located in four oval areas between the runway and airplane taxiway. 

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It's Earth Day 2022! This month, the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority (Airport Authority) has been celebrating and more importantly doing things to better the planet we call home. Today, we wanted to highlight one way in which you can make a difference. We invite you to be a “Good Traveler” by offsetting your travel through The Good Traveler program.  

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The San Diego County Regional (Airport Authority) is participating in the 20^th Annual Creek To Bay Cleanup! Join the airport and I Love a Clean San Diego on Saturday, April 23^rd  as we come together to clean up our local environment. We’ll be at Spanish Landing from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. helping prevent litter and pollution from entering our waterways.

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On Thursday, April 14, 2022, from midnight to 4 p.m., two lanes will be closed on Airport Terminal Road at the San Diego International Airport Terminal 1. Two lanes at Terminal 1 and one loading lane will remain open for traveler pick-up and drop-off throughout the construction activities timeframe. Read more

Established to enhance customer service, the SAN Arts Program exhibits artwork and presents programs that engage travelers in innovative, memorable, and considerate ways. This month, SAN joins the statewide effort to enhance, educate, and activate arts awareness within our community during Arts, Culture & Creativity month, created by the nonprofit organization Californians for the Arts.

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San Diego International Airport (SAN) employs more than 7,000 people in the San Diego area. Some of those jobs include positions with the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority (Airport Authority), which owns and operates SAN, but most of the jobs are through the airport’s concessionaire partners. Airport concessionaires make up the various food and beverage, gift and news, relaxation, and lounge options inside the airport.

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In 1987, the National Women’s History Project successfully petitioned Congress to expand the National Women’s History Week through the entire month of March. Since then, women’s accomplishments and contributions are celebrated and recognized every year during March across the United States. 

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During Women’s History Month, we wanted to take the opportunity to acknowledge the women who make up the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority’s Board of Directors.  Read more

Spring has sprung, and construction is in full bloom at San Diego International Airport (SAN) as work continues with the New T1.  Read more

When a new shop or restaurant is being built at SAN, a white “barricade wall” is installed over the storefront. Here at SAN, we think what's on the wall is just as important as what's behind the wall.  Read more

SAN has a new beacon shining bright on our runway. The newly installed beacon replaces an older beacon that was in service for 30 years.  Read more

February is Black History Month and to commemorate this annual time of reflection, we reached out to a few of our African American Airport Authority team members who represent SAN daily by interfacing with our customers and behind-the-scenes in business and operations.  Read more

San Diego County Regional Airport Authority (Airport Authority) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2021 Fly Quiet Awards, which recognizes airlines for their efforts to reduce noise during arrivals and departures at San Diego International Airport (SAN). 

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San Diego International Airport (SAN) is in the middle of bustling downtown San Diego. So it’s no surprise that due to its location, many residential, office buildings, schools, and community use buildings are within a few miles of the airport. If you’ve ever walked around downtown or enjoyed the open shopping and amenities at Liberty Station, you know airplanes fly overhead quite often on the way to SAN. These moments often call for a pause in conversation until the noise has passed…we locals call it the “Point Loma Pause.”

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As construction on the new Terminal 1 progresses, it will be necessary to shift some airlines to other locations at the airport. Please be advised of the following construction impacts beginning February 18, 2022.

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More than one billion people worldwide encounter barriers when trying to read and understand content online. To ensure our website is accessible, we partnered with Recite Me to add a small assistive widget/toolbar that integrates with our website.  Read more

Since the coronavirus pandemic took hold air travel looks and feels a lot different for those that are passing through airports this time. Each day brings new insight and knowledge about COVID-19 and how best to ensure the health and safety of everyone around the world. It is with this knowledge that since 2020, airports and airlines have been implementing best practices when it comes to cleaning, social distancing, and mask wearing.

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Hello, 2022! It’s a new year, and the time is right for new greener habits. Looking for a New Year’s Resolution? We’ve got some ideas below, along with highlights from our latest Sustainability Report.

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Our Airport Traffic Officers (ATOs) are looking extra snazzy these days. But their new look is so much more than an aesthetic upgrade; the uniforms were specifically designed to align with industry trends, increase safety, and enhance the customer experience at SAN. Read more

Looking to get away for the weekend? From snowy retreats to culinary adventures, you can get to dozens of top destinations from SAN in just a few hours. Read more