Flying from San Diego to Tulsa International Airport (TUL): What you need to know
San Diego's main airport is San Diego International Airport (SAN). Explore your departure options from here when searching for your flights from San Diego to Tulsa International Airport (TUL).
Book a direct San Diego to Tulsa International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 3 hours 15 minutes.
Tulsa is two hours ahead of San Diego. Tulsa International Airport is located in Tulsa, which operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
The most popular route is San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Tulsa International Airport (TUL). There are 5 direct services every week.
To ensure you get on your flight from San Diego to TUL, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
July is a peak travel month. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like July Fourth, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
San Diego International Airport (SAN) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from San Diego to Tulsa International Airport (TUL) depart from this terminal.
You can get away on a direct flight from San Diego to Tulsa International Airport with Alaska Airlines. This top carrier operates services from SAN.
Alaska Airlines sees the most traveller bookings for flights from SAN to TUL.
Located around 5 kilometres from central San Diego, SAN can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from San Diego to Tulsa International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to San Diego International Airport:
Of all flights departing from San Diego International Airport, 74% land on time at their destination.
You'll find SAN at N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
The distance from San Diego's city centre to CLD is around 48 kilometres. Take into account transport options and potential delays when planning the quickest way to get to the airport.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near McClellan-Palomar Airport the day before your San Diego to TUL flight:
Flights from McClellan-Palomar Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 88% of them touching down right on cue.
About Tulsa International Airport (TUL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from San Diego to Tulsa International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near TUL:
For the best deal, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your San Diego to Tulsa International Airport flight.
The street address for TUL is 7777 E. Apache.
Getting from Tulsa International Airport (TUL) to central Tulsa
Central Tulsa is around 16 kilometres from Tulsa International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Tulsa International Airport (TUL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Tulsa International Airport is RM489. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM859. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from San Diego to TUL. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Affordable San Diego to Tulsa International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from San Diego to Tulsa International Airport (TUL)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from San Diego to Tulsa International Airport (TUL). June is the most popular month to visit Tulsa. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in December.
Lock in a San Diego to TUL plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Tulsa to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from San Diego to Tulsa International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Tulsa
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Tulsa right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from San Diego to Tulsa International Airport:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Philbrook Museum of Art, John Hope Franklin Reconciliation Park and OKPOP Museum are must-visits when exploring Tulsa.
Explore more of the United States
Oklahoma City is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Tulsa. Around 161 kilometres away to the southwest, check out popular attractions including National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, Oklahoma City Art Museum and First Americans Museum.
Wichita is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 209 kilometres northwest of Tulsa. No journey is complete without experiencing Museum of World Treasures, The Wichita Gardens and The Kansas African American Museum.