Flying from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Split Airport (SPU): what you need to know
Split's timezone is UTC+1, making Split eight hours ahead of San Diego.
Give yourself enough time to catch your SAN to SPU flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from San Diego International Airport to Split Airport. Many travellers pass through Franz Josef Strauss Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Split Airport (SPU)
Currently, RM1,592 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Split Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM2,726. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SAN to SPU, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for your flight from San Diego International Airport to Split Airport.
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Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
SAN is located at Airport Drive.
71.38% of flights departing from San Diego International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central San Diego to San Diego International Airport is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Split Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near SAN:
Arriving at Split Airport (SPU)
If you're landing on a late San Diego International Airport to Split Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near SPU:
Go where the road takes you with a Split Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from AVIA Rent, Carwiz or united rent a car and venture far and wide through Split and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Split Airport around one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Split Airport (SPU) to central Split
Split Airport to the centre of Split has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Split Airport (SPU)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from San Diego International Airport to Split Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Split. If you want a quieter vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from San Diego International Airport to Split Airport for August if you'd like to explore Split during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SAN to SPU in January. Average temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of Croatia
You've seen Split, now it's time to explore more of Croatia. Journey about 257 kilometres north to Zagreb to check off its popular sights. From Zagreb Cathedral to Ban Jelacic Square and Museum of Broken Relationships, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 257 kilometres north-west of Split, Rijeka is another essential stop in Croatia. No visit is complete without checking out Trsat castle park, Old Gateway (Roman Arch) and Korzo.