The airport operates the complimentary Inter-Terminal Shuttle, connecting the curbsides of both terminals 24 hours a day with departures every 10 to 15 minutes. There is no airside connection between terminals, meaning you must clear security again if transferring between buildings.
The San Diego Trolley does not run directly into the airport terminals. However, passengers can take the free San Diego Flyer electric shuttle to Old Town Transit Center (connecting with the Blue and Green Trolley lines) or MTS Bus Route 992 to Santa Fe Depot downtown, which links to all Trolley lines, COASTER commuter trains, and Amtrak.
Rideshare vehicles are not permitted to pick up passengers at the terminal curbs. Travelers must walk across the marked pedestrian crosswalks from baggage claim to the Ground Transportation Plaza, where app-based ride pickup stalls are clearly signed.
All airport lounges are located in Terminal 2: the Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club (near gates 46 and 47), the Aspire Lounge (accessible via Priority Pass and day passes between gates 23 and 33), the Delta Sky Club, the United Club, and the USO Center for military personnel.
All car rental companies operate inside the Consolidated Rental Car Center (RCC). Free dedicated airport shuttle buses run 24 hours a day between both terminals and the rental car building, boarding outside the baggage claim areas.
No. Due to federal TSA security regulations, there are no luggage storage lockers or left-luggage services available at San Diego International Airport. Passengers must keep their luggage with them until their airline opens flight check-in.
Yes, the Cell Phone Waiting Lot is free for up to 60 minutes and is located near Terminal 2. Drivers must remain in their vehicles while awaiting arriving travelers.