Air Canada & WestJet Moving to Terminal 1 at SAN What Travelers Need to Know

Beginning January 14, 2026, Air Canada and WestJet will relocate their operations from Terminal 2 to the new Terminal 1 at San Diego International Airport (SAN). This means all arrivals and departures for these Canadian airlines will now take place in Terminal 1.

Where to Go in Terminal 1?

• Air Canada and WestJet ticket counters will now be located in the East lobby of the Terminal 1 Ticket Hall
• Air Canada will operate from Gates 116 and 117
• WestJet will use Gate 118

When is the last Day of Operation in Terminal 2?

• WestJet: January 12, 2026
• Air Canada: January 13, 2026

How do I get U.S. Clearance at Terminal 1?

• Passports: All passengers traveling internationally must have a valid passport.
• Departures: Biometric Screening: Passengers traveling internationally from Terminal 1 will use the same Biometric Exit Cameras as Terminal 2.  
• Arrivals: Pre-Cleared Canadian Cities: Passengers are pre-cleared for U.S. entry if arriving from Calgary, Toronto, Edmonton, Halifax, Montreal, Ottawa, Vancouver, Victoria, and Winnipeg. For more details on preclearance, visit the https://www.cbp.gov/travel/preclearance.

Tips for Traveling through Terminal 1:

• Arrive Early: Passengers are encouraged to arrive early and allow time to go through security and biometric screening.
• Check Your Gate: Make sure to head to the correct gate in Terminal 1 for your flight. Once through the security checkpoint and are facing the airfield, turn left to access the Air Canada and WestJet gates.
• Ticketing Questions? For ticketing or other service-related questions, please contact Air Canada or WestJet directly.

We’re excited to welcome Air Canada and WestJet passengers to Terminal 1! Safe travels and enjoy the new facilities at SAN!