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San Diego International Airport is open 24 hours a day; however, departures only occur without penalty between 6:30 a.m. and 11:30 p.m.
With no departures overnight, the gate area is closed each night around 2 a.m. and all guests must exit to the pre-security side of the airport. Guests may re-populate the gate areas once the security checkpoints are opened (around 4:15 a.m.). Each airline has its own operating hours, but typically, airlines with morning flights will have ticket counters staffed by 4:30 a.m. for check-in.
From private aviation to customs, fire response, and security—essential services are available 24/7 to support operations and ensure safety at San Diego International Airport.
Several U.S. federal agencies operate at SAN to process international arrivals and ensure compliance with import/export regulations:
The San Diego Fire Department provides emergency response services at the airport.
In case of emergency:
The Port of San Diego Harbor Police maintain a 24/7 presence at SAN, patrolling terminals, runways, and airport property to ensure safety and enforce the law.
San Diego International Airport and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) have implemented increased security for all airline passengers. These heightened security measures may result in longer waiting times to pass through security checkpoints.
San Diego International Airport (SAN) provides seamless travel experiences with nonstop flights to destinations worldwide, offering convenient services and amenities for all travelers.
