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USS Midway Museum
A large aircraft carrier museum on the waterfront with restored aircraft, flight deck exhibits, and naval history. One of the city's most visited cultural attractions.
Flights from Calabasas, CA to San Diego, CA depart on average 37 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $213 (€176) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 131 miles (211 km) distance in 58m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 131 miles (211 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $213 (€176) |
Flights per day 37 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 58m |
First flight 5:45 AM |
Last flight 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Calabasas, CA to San Diego, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $213.
Distance: 131 miles (211 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$434 Average price | $42 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Calabasas, CA to San Diego, CA:
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Calabasas, CA to San Diego, CA costing on average $42 (€34).
A bus is $401 (€330) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Calabasas, CA to San Diego, CA costing on average $434 (€357).
Other travel options to San Diego, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 57m.
Bus takes on average 4h 6m.
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Most Calabasas, CA to San Diego, CA flights use the Los Angeles International Airport to San Diego International Airport airport pair, with some services landing at McClellan-Palomar Airport. Use this guide to compare Calabasas, CA and San Diego, CA airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
San Diego International Airport is 4 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
San Diego International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants in terminals 1 and 2, including fast food and sit-down options like The Counter and Phil's BBQ
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at San Diego International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at San Diego International Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Diego International Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotels nearby, Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Mari within walking distance..
McClellan-Palomar Airport has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at McClellan-Palomar Airport: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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