Travelling from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to San Diego: what you need to know
San Diego is 8 hours behind Berlin, where Berlin Brandenburg Airport is located. San Diego operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from BER to San Diego, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like June, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing flights from BER to San Diego, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you have a passport from Germany, you will need an ETA to visit United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to San Diego for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check the visa rules ahead of booking and definitely before you fly.
The journey from central Berlin to BER takes around 36 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 36 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near BER. Whether you have an early flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to San Diego or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to San Diego
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to San Diego is $656. The cheapest price for a return flight is $876. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BER to San Diego if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to San Diego across every month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
San Diego International Airport (SAN) is around 5 kilometres from the centre of San Diego. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 9 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 20 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to San Diego. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SAN instead:
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of San Diego. After your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to San Diego, it'll take you around 39 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take roughly 2 hours and 14 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from BER to San Diego, rest your head at a hotel close to CLD. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to San Diego
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to San Diego while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to San Diego, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Lock in your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to San Diego for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 17ºC to 28ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from BER to San Diego in February when temperatures average between 7ºC and 23ºC.
More about San Diego
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in San Diego right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to San Diego:
San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are just two of the major attractions to add to your San Diego to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out SeaWorld San Diego.
Complete your San Diego trip with a car rental
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