San Diego International Airport (SAN) is undergoing significant terminal renovations to enhance passenger experiences and operational efficiency. Below, you’ll find essential updates and resources for Concessionaires, Contractors, and Tenants involved with or affected by these developments.
The New Terminal 1 is a comprehensive redevelopment of the existing Terminal 1, aimed at improving passenger flow, increasing gate capacity, and enhancing amenities. The project is being executed in phases to minimize disruptions and ensure a seamless transition.
The Terminal’s architecture reflects San Diego’s natural and cultural heritage, featuring sunlit spaces and regional design influences. Passengers enter via sky bridges or escalators into a bright ticketing hall with art glass walls. The concourse runs east-west with dining halls, retail, and relaxing departure lounges offering hospitality-style comfort. Arriving passengers are guided past concessions to baggage claim. Concessionaires are expected to create strong, unique identities that align with the Terminal’s design standards, as outlined in the 2022 Concession Design Manual.
Terminal 2 East (T2E) features a light-filled ticketing lobby inspired by the sun, sand, and sea, with access via sky bridge or escalators. The space transitions from a grand entry to more intimate concourse areas with lower ceilings and hold rooms. A central dining cove with airfield views anchors the concessions. Concessionaires are expected to create a strong, unique presence through thoughtful signage and storefront design within a neutral framework. See the 2014 Concession Design Manual for further guidelines and layouts.
Terminal 2 West (T2W) features a bright, spacious lobby inspired by the sun, sand, sea, and aviation. Passengers enter via sky bridge or escalators, with clear views to TSA checkpoints and baggage claim. The north and west concourses include hold rooms, amenities, and concessions, all connected by “Sunset Cove”—a dramatic, two-story central hub with airfield views, dining, art, and passenger services. Concessionaires are expected to establish a strong, distinct identity using cohesive signage and storefront design within a neutral architectural framework. See the 2014 Concession Design Manual for further details.
San Diego International Airport (SAN) provides seamless travel experiences with nonstop flights to destinations worldwide, offering convenient services and amenities for all travelers.
