How Many Terminals Does SAN Have? Complete Terminal Guide

San Diego International Airport (SAN) has 2 terminal areas. Each terminal has its own airlines, gates, TSA checkpoints, restaurants, and shops. Here's a complete breakdown of every terminal at SAN.

All Terminals at SAN

Terminal 1 (New)

• Airlines: Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines
• Gates: Gates 1–30
• TSA Checkpoint: Terminal 1 Checkpoint — brand-new, TSA PreCheck and CLEAR
• Baggage Claim: Terminal 1 Arrivals Level
• Dining: Monello, Stone Brewing, Phil's BBQ, Starbucks Reserve

Terminal 2 (East & West)

• Airlines: American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, British Airways, Lufthansa, Japan Airlines
• Gates: Gates 30–55
• TSA Checkpoint: Terminal 2 Checkpoint — TSA PreCheck
• Baggage Claim: Terminal 2 Arrivals Level
• Dining: Prado, The Brigantine, Baja Fresh

How to Find Your Terminal at SAN

The fastest way to find your terminal is to use our Terminal Finder tool — select SAN and your airline, and you'll instantly see your terminal, gates, and TSA checkpoint. You can also check your airline's app or boarding pass, or visit the official SAN website for terminal maps.

Getting Between Terminals

Moving between terminals at SAN is straightforward — follow the signs for your terminal or gate. Always allow extra time if you need to change terminals during a connection. See our connecting flights guide for minimum connection times.

For the complete SAN terminal guide with maps, dining, parking, and more, see our full SAN airport guide.

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