Flights · PAE → SAN

Paine Field to San Diego

San Diego's airport sits right on the bay, just a few miles from downtown, the Gaslamp Quarter and Little Italy. It's an easy, sunny escape from a Northwest winter.

Route	Paine Field (PAE) → San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Status	Year-round
Airline	Alaska Airlines
Flight time	about 2 hr 50 min nonstop

Schedules change often. Last checked October 2026. Always confirm on alaskaair.com before you book.

Schedule

Year-round nonstop service on Alaska Airlines, moving to a larger Boeing 737 in November 2026.

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Tips for flying to San Diego

Downtown is about a 10-minute ride from the airport.
The approach into San Diego passes low over downtown. Grab a window seat.
Popular stops: Balboa Park, La Jolla, Coronado, and the San Diego Zoo.

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Before you fly from Paine Field

Parking at Paine Field: rates, lots and when to reserve.
Getting to the airport: driving, drop-off and rideshare.
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