Flying from San Diego to Matecana International Airport (PEI): What you need to know
San Diego International Airport (SAN) is San Diego's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from San Diego to Matecana International Airport (PEI) jetting off from here.
Pereira is two hours ahead of San Diego. Matecana International Airport is located in Pereira, which runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from San Diego to PEI, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
With more travellers during high season, it's a good idea to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Whether you want to discover a new place along the way or just have a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options departing from San Diego International Airport (SAN), deselect 'Direct flights only.' John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from San Diego to PEI.
The journey from central San Diego to SAN takes around 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from San Diego to Matecana International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near San Diego International Airport:
Of all flights departing from San Diego International Airport, 71.38% land on time at their destination.
You'll find SAN at N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
On public transport, you can travel from central San Diego to CLD in around 2 hours 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your San Diego to PEI flight, kick back in one of these hotels near McClellan-Palomar Airport:
About Matecana International Airport (PEI)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from San Diego to Matecana International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near PEI instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Matecana International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Localiza or Tu Roll Rent a Car and explore beyond Pereira's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your San Diego to Matecana International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Matecana International Airport (PEI)
₹ 23,326 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Matecana International Airport. Return flights start at ₹ 129,174. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from San Diego to PEI, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
Cheap San Diego to Matecana International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from San Diego to Matecana International Airport (PEI)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to visit Pereira. August is when most people book flights from San Diego to Matecana International Airport (PEI), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Pereira is February, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 25ºC. Book your San Diego to PEI flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from San Diego to Matecana International Airport in August when temperatures are between 10ºC and 25ºC.
More about Pereira
Start your Pereira trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from San Diego to Matecana International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Paisaje Cultural Cafetero, Reserva Natural, Termales de San Vicente and Lugar De Contemplación Monte Tabor are must-visits when exploring Pereira.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Pereira. Around 177 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Free Walking tour Bogotá de la Candelaria, Teatro Colon Bogota and Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City.
Cali is another essential stop in Colombia and is around 177 kilometres south-west of Pereira. No trip is complete without dropping by Swing Latino, Cristo Rey and El Retiro Park.
