Travelling from San Diego to Puerto Escondido International Airport (PXM): What you need to know
Puerto Escondido International Airport is located in Puerto Escondido. The city is in the UTC-6 timezone and is two hours ahead of San Diego.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from San Diego to PXM.
If you're travelling during a popular month like July, get to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer during peak periods like Thanksgiving and spring break.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The journey from central San Diego to SAN takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near San Diego International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Diego to Puerto Escondido International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels have you covered:
74% of flights that take off from San Diego International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
You'll find SAN at N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
From the centre of San Diego, CLD is about 48 kilometres away. When planning the best way to get there, check whether public transport is available or if it's better to drive.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your San Diego to PXM flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to McClellan-Palomar Airport:
McClellan-Palomar Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 88% of flights departing here arrive right on target.
About Puerto Escondido International Airport (PXM)
Reserve a hotel near PXM if you have a late flight from San Diego to Puerto Escondido International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your San Diego to Puerto Escondido International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Puerto Escondido International Airport (PXM) to central Puerto Escondido
Central Puerto Escondido is about 2 kilometres from Puerto Escondido International Airport. Journey times by taxi or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research before you go.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Puerto Escondido International Airport (PXM)
RM1,257 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Puerto Escondido International Airport. Return flights start from RM1,896. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from San Diego to PXM, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest San Diego to Puerto Escondido International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from San Diego to Puerto Escondido International Airport (PXM)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from San Diego to Puerto Escondido International Airport (PXM). April is when most people visit Puerto Escondido. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in November.
The warmest month in Puerto Escondido is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your San Diego to PXM plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from San Diego to Puerto Escondido International Airport in December if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Puerto Escondido
Start your Puerto Escondido trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from San Diego to Puerto Escondido International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Playa Coral, Bahia Puerto Escondido and Mirador Sueño Imposible are top sights which should be on any good Puerto Escondido itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Puerto Escondido, now it's time to discover other corners of Mexico. Travel about 137 kilometres north to Oaxaca to check off its leading sights. From Centro Histórico de Oaxaca de Juárez to Templo de Santo Domingo and Zócalo (Plaza de la Constitución), your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Mexico, head for Tehuacan, about 290 kilometres north of Puerto Escondido. Zona arqueológica de Tehuacán Viejo, Xtreme Adventure Park and Archealogic Zone of Tehuacan Viejo are key reasons to visit.
