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San Diego Airport Taxis

Fixed price for your San Diego Airport Taxi

TRAINED DRIVERS

Hand picked & english speaking drivers

LOW PRICES

Same price as a regular Taxi from the line

FLIGHT MONITORING

Drivers are always on time

QUALITY SUPPORT

24/7 Email & Phone support

San Diego Airport taxi service

Arriving at San Diego Airport can be made simpler by knowing your transportation options. Nothing gets you to your destination and ready to enjoy all the city has to offer like a San Diego Airport taxi. Metered taxis are available in the designated taxi zones of the transit islands on the Arrivals/Baggage Claim level adjacent to each airport terminal. It’s a short, 15-minute taxi ride from San Diego Airport to the city center. Taxis are available 24/7 and you generally will not have to wait long for one. 

TRAINED DRIVERS

Hand picked & english speaking drivers

LOW PRICES

Same price as a regular Taxi from the line

FLIGHT MONITORING

Drivers are always on time

QUALITY SUPPORT

24/7 Email & Phone support

How much does a taxi cost?

Taxi prices Day time
(05:00 - 24:00)
Night time
(00:00 - 05:00)
Duration
FROM SAN DIEGO AIRPORT TO CITY CENTER 21 € 21 € 15 MIN
FROM SAN DIEGO AIRPORT TO BALBOA PARK 23 € 23 € 22 MIN
FROM SAN DIEGO AIRPORT TO SEA WORLD 35 € 35 € 25 MIN
FROM SAN DIEGO AIRPORT TO BORDER FIELD STATE PARK 70 € 70 € 31 MIN
FROM CITY CENTER TO SOLANA BEACH 40 € 40 € 22 MIN

Price of a San Diego Airport taxi

Base fare and rates are displayed on the taximeter and include a flag drop charge plus a per-mile and/or a per-hour charge. If you are traveling from the airport, they will also add $2.98 (€3.69) to your final total.

Flag Drop: $3.80 (€3.43) for first 1/10 mile
Base fare: $3.00 (€2.70)
Cost per mile: $4.00 (€3.61)
Waiting per hour (if in traffic or taxi is waiting): $32.00 (€28.85)
An additional $2.98 (€3.69) surcharge applies to airport-originated trips

A trip from San Diego Airport to downtown San Diego costs around $24 (€21.64).

To avoid all the extra hidden fees, you can pre-book your San Diego Airport taxi online with a reliable provider like Welcome Pickups. Secure a competitive fixed fare with a friendly driver in a modern vehicle.

San Diego Airport Taxi (Sedan) offering rides from San Diego Airport to Downtown

CAR TYPE

San Diego Airport Taxi (Sedan)

number of passengers

Up to 3

price to City Center

From $72

San Diego Airport Taxi (Minivan) offering rides from San Diego Airport to Downtown

CAR TYPE

San Diego Airport Taxi (Minivan/SUV)

number of passengers

Up to 7

price to City Center

From $92

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Where to get a San Diego Airport taxi?

Taxis at San Diego Airport depart from the designated taxi zones located at the transit islands, on the Arrivals/Baggage Claim Level adjacent to each terminal. Note that waiting times are significantly longer during peak travel times.

If you’d like to secure a taxi will be waiting when you arrive and skip the taxi waiting line, pre-book with Welcome Pickups for a smooth arrival and an easy trip to your destination. Enjoy a flat rate for your San Diego Airport taxi and start your time in San Diego right.

Useful tips for getting a taxi from San Diego Airport

  1. Remember to verify the taximeter is zeroed at the start of the journey.
  2. Pre-booking a private taxi will help you avoid long lines during peak travel seasons.
  3. Be sure to request a receipt for your records and in case you forget anything in your taxi in San Diego.
  4. Taxis in San Diego can usually be paid for by credit card or cash.
  5. Metered taxis, ride shares, and pre-booked luxury cars are all readily available in San Diego Airport.
  6. Tipping is considered customary in most U.S. taxis, and 15-20% is typical for good service.

A San Diego taxi to your hotel

If the idea of navigating through San Diego to your hotel is enough to mar the thrill of your arrival, or if you find public transport stressful, a taxi may be the solution for you.

Finding your way around the busy center by bus service can be difficult, especially if have luggage, or are traveling with children. Then there’s the walk from the bus stop to your hotel.

That’s why choosing a direct San Diego Airport taxi is best. Get help with your luggage, and enjoy a smooth ride right from your airport exit to the door of your hotel. You can book online with Welcome Pickups in 60 seconds and have your arrival set, so all you have to do is sit back and enjoy the ride!

Frequently asked questions

How to get a taxi from San Diego Airport?

Metered taxis are available in the designated taxi zones of the transit islands on the Arrivals/Baggage Claim level adjacent to each airport terminal. With average traffic, it’s usually a short, 15-minute taxi ride from San Diego Airport to the city center. Taxis are available 24/7 and you generally will not have to wait long for one. Alternatively, you can pre-book a San Diego Airport taxi to ensure one is waiting when you arrive.

How much is a taxi from San Diego Airport to downtown?

Taxis in San Diego calculate their fare using a taximeter based on the time and distance traveled. A trip from San Diego Airport to downtown costs around $24 (€21.64), but this is traffic-dependent. Alternatively, you can pre-book a San Diego Airport taxi online at a fixed price.

Is the cost of a San Diego Airport taxi per person?

No, the cost of a San Diego Airport taxi is not per person. The ride is calculated by the time and distance, as measured by the taximeter. Each taxi will have an occupancy limit per type. Sedans can usually carry only up to 4 passengers, while SUVs and minivans can accommodate more travelers.

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