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SAN Airport Arrivals Today — Real-Time Flight Status & Updates
Check live arrivals at San Diego International Airport. Find your flight status, baggage claim carousels, terminal information, and real-time updates.
Check SAN Arrivals in Real Time
For live, up-to-the-minute arrivals status at San Diego International Airport, use these official and trusted sources:
💡 Fastest way to check your flight
Your airline's official app is the fastest and most reliable source for your specific flight's status. Download it before you travel — it provides push notifications for gate changes, delays, and cancellations in real time.
Arriving at SAN: What to Know
Baggage Claim
After landing at San Diego International Airport, follow signs to Baggage Claim. Check the overhead monitors for your carousel number — it's assigned based on your flight number and arriving terminal.
- Terminal 1 (New): Terminal 1 Arrivals Level
- Terminal 2 (East & West): Terminal 2 Arrivals Level
If your bag doesn't appear within 30 minutes, visit your airline's baggage service office located near the claim area to file a report.
Ground Transportation
Once you have your bags, head to ground transportation on the arrivals level. Options include:
- MTS bus Route 992 — express to downtown Santa Fe Depot
- Old Town Trolley — transfer at Middletown station via bus
- Ride-share & taxi — pickup at Transportation Plazas
- Rental cars — on-airport facility
See our full SAN ground transportation guide.
SAN Terminal Information
- Terminal 1 (New) — Airlines: Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, Frontier Airlines and more. Gates: Gates 1–30
- Terminal 2 (East & West) — Airlines: American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, British Airways and more. Gates: Gates 30–55
See our complete SAN terminal guide for full details.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is baggage claim at SAN?
Baggage claim at San Diego International Airport is on the arrivals level (lower/ground level) of each terminal. Check monitors for your carousel number after landing.
How do I check my flight status at SAN?
The fastest way is your airline's app with push notifications. You can also check FlightAware, the official SAN website, or Google (search "SAN arrivals").
What should I do if my flight at SAN is delayed?
Monitor your airline's app for rebooking options — it's faster than the service counter. Head to an airport lounge if you have access. If the delay is airline-caused and overnight, ask about hotel and meal vouchers. Know your passenger rights from the DOT.