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Airports near Petco Park
The closest airport to Petco Park is San Diego International Airport (SAN), 2.7 miles away in a straight line. General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport (TIJ) is 16 miles.
Airports compared
Straight-line distance from Petco Park. The drive is always longer, and the roads near a venue are busiest at event times.
| Airport | Type | From the venue | Metro search | First airport for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAN San Diego International Airport | Large airport | 2.7 mi (4.3 km) | None | Most San Diego events |
| TIJ General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport | Large airport | 16 mi (25.4 km) | None | n/a |
Next events at Petco Park
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Search flights for (the day before to the day after):
- Dec 30: Temper Festival: Crankdat, Distinct Motive, G …
- Dec 31: CRSSD Proper NYE - 2 Day Pass
- Jan 1: CRSSD Proper NYD - Friday
- Jan 15: San Diego Rodeo - 3 Day Pass
- Jan 16: San Diego Rodeo
- Jan 17: San Diego Rodeo
When events at Petco Park happen
- 16 of 92 upcoming events (as of Nov 8, 2026) are on Fridays; 47 fall on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday.
- 2 of 7 with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
Home teams
- San Diego Padres (MLB) play here; see every MLB ballpark’s nearest airport.
- Of the 29 MLB ballparks we list, Petco Park is the 3rd closest to its first airport (2.7 mi; league median 9.1 mi).
Teams visiting Petco Park
Teams that play here on upcoming dates we sell tickets for, and whose own home is another venue.
- Arizona Diamondbacks, next here Thu, Mar 25
- Colorado Rockies, next here Mon, Mar 29
- Los Angeles Dodgers, next here Fri, Apr 9
- St. Louis Cardinals, next here Mon, Apr 12
- Philadelphia Phillies, next here Tue, Apr 27
- Baltimore Orioles, next here Fri, Apr 30
- Kansas City Royals, next here Mon, May 10
- Cincinnati Reds, next here Fri, May 14
Where to stay
Frequently asked questions
How far is TIJ from Petco Park?
General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport (TIJ) is 16 miles (25.4 km) from Petco Park in a straight line, against 2.7 miles for SAN.
Which airport should I fly into for a San Diego Padres game?
SAN is the nearest airport we list, 2.7 miles away; TIJ is 16 miles. Fares differ by date, so compare both when you search.
What is the closest airport to Petco Park?
The closest airport to Petco Park is San Diego International Airport (SAN), 2.7 miles away in a straight line.
How does Petco Park compare with other MLB ballparks?
Of the 29 MLB ballparks we list, Petco Park is the 3rd closest to its first airport (2.7 miles; the league median is 9.1 miles).
What time do events at Petco Park usually start?
2 of the 7 upcoming events with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
Can I book flights and Petco Park tickets together?
No. Event tickets and flights are separate bookings with separate confirmations, so neither changes automatically if the other does.
