San Diego County Regional Airport Authority Review

Very well spaced apart seats. Best one I've been to yet!

Small but efficient with comfortable seating and beautiful art.

TSA official told my wife the she had to put her purse in the lap top case. Then going through TSA screening she had to take it out. I am a veteran with a rod and 2 screws in my leg. I get patted down every time I go through screening .

This airport is jammed full of people, crazy unorganized with no order to ticket or security lines, and I didn t see one TSA agent in a half decent mood. All were crabby and not friendly. In the seating areas, people have left their trash and half empty coffee cups sitting around for someone else to pick up. Lines to get a coffee or any drink are unreasonably long. By far one of the worst airport experiences.

The bathroom has high standards, the new wifi is great for last minute downloads. Food selections are lacking in term 2. Get an Annie Aunties at least

Five security checkpoints, two had to search my bag, I was groped by the security officer for a "general search", and one checkpoint required us to carry out bags ten to check them in on the same plane. Absolutely ridiculous.

Fantastic airport! Very clean and plenty to see. We got on an early flight no problem and flew out using American Airlines. Easy way to travel!

Great airport. Only bad thing is there is only one runway so usually takes longer to taxi.

Worse airport I've ever been through, there's airports in the middle East better than this, had a 10hour layover and they kick me and my family out of the secured area just to make us turn around and go through the security checkpoints, NOT recommended to have a layover here though. Would avoid at all costs not worth the headache and hassle. Would give 0 stars if possible. Shops are good though to say the least

I m sure everyone has different experiences depending on when they are in the airport. Mine was fabulous! It may just be San Diego in general, but everyone was so kind and helpful above and beyond my wishes. My husband and I took a round trip flight and both times, arriving and departing went smooth without no problem. People were so nice!

Small airport but moves people really quickly and smoothly. Thanks!

Almost any questions answered with professional answer.

Do not connect through San Diego on Southwest! Some connections require you to leave and reenter security to go to a different set of gates. Airport is also very overcrowded with limited food and dining options.

My sister's plane got delayed from 6pm to 11pm and then they told her if they didn't get into the air before 11:30 the flight would be CANCELLED and she wouldn't leave till the next morning!!! Never in my life has any airport been so terrible to passengers and also SERIOUSLY HOW REDICULOUS CAN YOU BE!?!?

Always had a good experience here. Nice staff, good layout, good stores

The U.S. s most busiest single runway airport. It deserves 5 star
A because it is a great airport. Clean and nice staff. There is even a piano you can play which is fun. This is defiantly a great work of art. The only issue is sometimes there are delays, but every airport has some delays. Amazing airport. The only issue I will say is that it isn t the best place for plane spotting if you want to see heavy aircraft. While large aircraft do come in almost every day, it s mostly going to be 737s and A320s and other smaller aircraft.

I love our city, but can believe the airport. It needs to move to Miramar. The lines - both at security and vehicles - are simply not acceptable.

Rude security! Airport people are generally just slightly rude which is understandable but this was on another level. Overall experience was just cold. Only had one nice worker I encountered with.

Not much for food or amenities. Comfortable setting none the less.

One of the worst, TSA experiences ever. First coming in from international flight you must exit and re-enter the airport. Next they must have hired retired postal workers to work at the TSA. Next the sitting area is small with an over crowded restaurant and a way over priced packaged sandwich location. One star for the new carpet, woohoo.

Very nice place. Small enough and efficient. And check out this fabric structure

SD used to be a nice little airport. Now, after the expansion of T2, it's gotten a bit more tedious to navigate. The additional food options are welcome, and they did a decent job of including actual local vendors; however, the additional spas, high-end gift shops, and other non-food services are not worth the fees they tack onto flights and rental cars. The focus on T2 also left T1 in rough shape. That terminal has almost no food choices (especially if you're veggie), and inadequate seating. On the plus side, T1 is a lot easier to get in and out of now than the sprawling T2.

Very close to the city and very convenient!

However, there is only one runway because it is too close to the city to expand. As a result, takeoffs and landings at the airfield are crowded, and many airplanes come and go directly above residential areas on the flight route. In particular, in the residential area on the hill near Balboa Park on the east side, you can see a lot of airplanes flying just above.

The airport is very wonderful with excellent staff. The most favorite airport.

First trip to San Diego and the service I've received at SAN would DEFINITELY put it on a "must return" list. Between the super-enthusiastic, warm, outgoing shuttle driver from the rental car center to the amazing woman at TSA (WHO *EVER* HAS A PLEASANT EXPERIENCE WITH TSA) who called me "my darling" as I left her care today? You can bet I'll be back. Oh. And the Peet's coffee made me a MEGAHOT oat milk latte that was a work of art. Good internet, but finding functioning outlets might be a treasure hunt at SAN. Thank you for a wonderful travel experience, friends.

I enjoy using this as my home airport. It is easy and convenient to my home.

Everyone calls it "Lindbergh Field", not San Diego International. That name sounds like something dreamt up to make a second tier city feel it is in the big leagues. San Diego doesn't need that. Have you ever heard of "London International Airport" or "New York International Airport"? Come on airport authority, honor our past as other citys honor theirs. The Spirit of St Louis was built here, hence the Lindbergh moniker.

Easy to navigate, security was not very long on a Tuesday morning. Very clean.

Nice , quick, alcohol available at every drink cooler

The remodel to the San Diego International Airport looks really nice. There's really nothing you can do when it comes to how crowded it can get... at least there are decent eateries and tons of places to sit and relax... plus the people are nice!

Great Airport nice sitting good food and good shops and nice workers

Nice airport. Easy to reach out and convenient location. Airport staff (not airline staff) is helpful. But, has less shops compared to any International Airport in the world.

I really like this airport. I have flown domestically and internationally and always had short lines that moved fast. Terminal 1 is older and there is a plan to replace it in the near future. Parking is great, sure it is costly like all airports, but it is next to the airport and an easy walk. Compared to JFK airport in New York this airport is a breeze. My only complaint is that there is no trolley stop at the airport, but you can get off the trolley at the Middletown station, walk down the hill and take a free shuttle to the terminal.

Beautiful Airport. Due to its size its smart to arrive a little early to be sure you have time to check your bags and get through security.

Being so close to downtown helps maximize your time in the city.

This has to be the BEST airport I've flown out of. I travel for work a lot and have been all over the world, and this airport has been by far the most realxing, enjoyable, stress free, and most importantly the CUSTOMER SERVICE was off the chain! I actually talked to a tsa officer and he smiled and greeted me! I've never had that happen before. Usually they make it a belittling atmosphere, but not this place. Go San Diego!

Extremely small and crowded. Only 2 two food shops in gate 11 area. Seating is limited, many people have to stand in the same area as those who are dining

Great, clean and friendly airport. If you are going to be stuck in an airport, this is the one to be stuck in! One of the nicest airports I've ever flown into.

Had to go through security to get to a connecting flight. Avoid if you can!

Easy to follow the signs were you need to go but on have of the airport the parking is closed.

Had no issues flying in or out of this airport. Everything moved quick and efficiently.

I liked this airport. They had a nice sunny seating area with some food options that was perfect for working while waiting. The airport was clean and had some interesting at pieces. While the restrooms were clean, they were hard to find and a walk from the Sunny spot. I disliked the very loud announcements that seem much louder as at other airports and prevent you from having a good phone conversation. The food options seemed plenty.

Great staff very helpful if you have any questions about parking

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It was nice to see people placed throughout to help guide you to your destination. Clean bathrooms scattered throughout.

What a horrible way to end an awesome trip to San Diego. This place is a disaster. Flying out of gate 8 at the Southwest terminal on October 29th. Natural TSA is understaffed at security screening; not to mention their inconsistent instructions regarding phones and food in carry-ons. The terminal is WAY too small for the number of travelers. It looks like the people outnumber the seats at least 2:1. Where's the Fire Marshall, as this has to be a code violation. I paid $24 for a burger and fries and had to eat standing in a corner because the restaurants don't offer seating (except one). I then paid $16 for a 20oz soda and a premade turkey on wheat sandwich for my 5 hour flight. With what they charge for food you would think they could fix the locks on the toilet stalls in the one restroom in the terminal. What an absolute dump!

A fine airport. We got through without any problems every time I've flown here. The waiting areas are pretty nice too.

The Staff here are the most racist and despicable species on earth. I flew here twice and encountered complete nonsense both times. Simply rude for no reason at all. I would give zero stars but U couldn't.

Huge airport with lots of stores and food for your time while waiting for your plane.

This is regarding Alaska Airlines, and San Diego is one of the airports with them, you may have to go OUT of security and check back in for changing planes. How is this allowed by the Feds and the County authority ? Seriously...it s already a zoo now with flying and to exit/re-enter security when changing planes, and potentially lose items you got with you during your travel post security check at the origin. How much is Alaska Airlines greasing the County and Feds for this looniness ?

Pretty easy airport. Small for an international but sufficient resources if you have to wait, and close to off-site resources w/ having to go far for an extended wait.

Easy access to the town, crowded concourses but offset with a great series of charging stations.

As far as Airports goes SAN is one of my Favorites. Lots of interesting art, shops and food establishments. Take your empty growler along and get it filled pre flight at the Stone Brewing retail outlet.
Like all Airports things are pricey but I can think of a lot of worse places to be stuck in when your flights delayed.