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New Entrances to Terminal 1 at San Diego International Airport Open October 27
- Posted on Oct 25, 2023
Construction Continues on Roadways and New T1 Parking Plaza Visitors heading by foot and by car to San Diego International Airport (SAN) on N. Harbor Drive will access Terminal 1 via new entrances beginning October 27. The new entrances are a part of the airport’s New Terminal 1 (New T1) planning and construction. Drivers heading westbound on N. Harbor Drive will see the new Terminal 1 entrance near Liberator Way. This will come up earlier for motorists than the previous entrance. Pedestrians will access the airport from a new path which begins near the intersection of N. Harbor Drive and…
San Diego County Regional Airport Authority Board Approves Restaurants and Retail Shops for New Terminal 1 at San Diego International Airport
- Posted on Jul 14, 2023
The San Diego County Regional Airport Authority Board ensured today that San Diego International Airport’s new Terminal 1 will feature restaurants and shops that look, feel, and taste like San Diego. The Board approved the final group of New T1 concessions leases for restaurants and retail shops that offer a mix of local, regional, and some national brands. The first concession lease was approved by the Board in early June. A total of six concessions operators will open 19 restaurants and seven retail stores in the New T1. The first phase (19 gates) is slated to open in 2025 and…
San Diego International Airport Receives $20 Million from Federal Grant
- Posted on Mar 2, 2023
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced the Biden Administration has awarded San Diego International Airport (SAN) $20 million in discretionary grant funds as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law – Airport Terminal Program. The funds will be used for the New T1 program, which will replace the current Terminal 1 with a modern and efficient facility and includes improvements to the airfield, and transportation improvements to make it easier to get to and from the airport.
San Diego International Airport to Receive $110 Million in Grant Funding Over 10 Years for New T1 Airfield Improvements
- Posted on Sep 28, 2022
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has provided San Diego County Regional Airport Authority (Airport Authority) with a Letter of Intent to award San Diego International Airport (SAN) funding for airfield improvements as a part of the New T1 program. A total amount of $110 million will be available to the Airport Authority through FAA grants over a 10-year period.
San Diego International Airport Offers Tips for Spring Break Travel
- Posted on Jun 9, 2022
Spring has sprung, and construction is in full bloom at San Diego International Airport (SAN) as work continues with the New T1. The New T1 will replace the current outdated Terminal 1 with an attractive, modern, and more efficient facility with up to 30 gates. For people that will be traveling during the next several weeks in celebration of Spring Break, SAN wants to prepare you for current construction impacts and offer travel tips to ensure a safe and seamless journey.
Construcción frente a la Terminal 1 afectará a los pasajeros
- Posted on May 25, 2022
Visitantes a la Terminal 1 del Aeropuerto Internacional de San Diego (SAN), deben esperar construcción y cambios grandes enfrente de la Terminal 1 empezando el 5 de junio y hasta finales del año 2024. Se recomienda a los pasajeros planear su viaje con anticipación al entrar y salir del aeropuerto.
Major Construction in Front of Terminal 1 Will Impact Visitors Going To and From the Airport
- Posted on May 25, 2022
Visitors to Terminal 1 at San Diego International Airport (SAN) should expect major construction and changes in front of Terminal 1 beginning June 5 and extending through the end of 2024. Passengers are urged to plan ahead for getting to and from Terminal 1.
Allegiant Air & JetBlue Airways to Relocate Operations to Terminal 2
- Posted on Feb 16, 2022
Effective February 18, Allegiant Air will operate from Terminal 2 East at San Diego International Airport (SAN). Allegiant’s ticket counter will be located at the west end of the American Airlines ticket counter and the airline will operate from gate 33 post-security. Effective February 24, JetBlue Airways will operate from Terminal 2 West at SAN. JetBlue Airways’ ticket counter will be located at the east end of the Delta Air Lines ticket counter and the airline will operate from gate 34 post-security.
Parking Impacts at San Diego International Airport
- Posted on Dec 30, 2021
The San Diego County Regional Airport Authority is committed to keeping the community and passengers of San Diego International Airport (SAN) up to date on the latest New T1 construction impacts. Please be advised of the following impacts beginning January 3, 2022.
San Diego County Regional Airport Authority Celebrates the Groundbreaking for the New Terminal 1
- Posted on Dec 13, 2021
Today, San Diego County Regional Airport Authority (Airport Authority) along with federal, state, and city officials held a groundbreaking celebration for the New T1. The New T1 project includes the replacement of the outdated Terminal 1, improvements to the airfield, improved transportation connectivity to the airport, and a new facility for the Airport Authority administration. Construction began November 1.