Del Mar to San Diego Airport Car Service
Del Mar is about 22 miles north of San Diego International — roughly 30 minutes off-peak and closer to 50 during race season or a Del Mar Fairgrounds event. We serve the village, Del Mar Heights, and neighboring Solana Beach and Rancho Santa Fe with fixed-price sedans and SUVs.
Where we pick up in Del Mar
- L'Auberge Del Mar
- Del Mar Fairgrounds & Racetrack
- Del Mar Village along Camino del Mar
- Del Mar Heights and Carmel Valley residences
- Rancho Santa Fe and Fairbanks Ranch estates
- Solana Beach coastal hotels
Hotels and venues we serve
- L'Auberge Del Mar — Camino del Mar entrance; short loading window, arrive-and-go.
- Hilton San Diego Del Mar — Closest Del Mar property to I-5 for airport runs.
- Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa — Rancho Santa Fe gated estate pickups by arrangement.
- Fairmont Grand Del Mar — Carmel Valley resort; SUV recommended for luggage.
Local knowledge
During the summer race meet and the San Diego County Fair, Via de la Valle and Jimmy Durante Boulevard gridlock. We add 20–30 minutes to Del Mar pickups on event days.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Del Mar from San Diego International Airport?
Del Mar is approximately 22 miles from San Diego International Airport (SAN), which is about a 30-minute drive in normal traffic. During the summer race meet and the San Diego County Fair, Via de la Valle and Jimmy Durante Boulevard gridlock. We add 20–30 minutes to Del Mar pickups on event days.
How much does a car service from Del Mar to SAN airport cost?
A fixed, all-inclusive executive sedan transfer between Del Mar and San Diego International starts at $114, and a luxury SUV starts at $130. The price includes the chauffeur, meet-and-greet or curbside pickup, luggage handling, tolls, and flight tracking. There is no surge pricing — the quote you see at booking is the amount you pay.
Where in Del Mar do you pick up?
We pick up anywhere in Del Mar, including L'Auberge Del Mar, Del Mar Fairgrounds & Racetrack, Del Mar Village along Camino del Mar, Del Mar Heights and Carmel Valley residences, as well as private residences and offices. Your chauffeur texts you on arrival and can meet you inside the lobby on request.
Do you track my flight for Del Mar airport pickups?
Yes. Every airport pickup is tied to your flight number and monitored in real time. If your flight lands early or is delayed, your chauffeur's arrival at San Diego International is adjusted automatically and you are not charged extra wait time for airline delays.
Can I book a Del Mar airport transfer for an early-morning flight?
Yes. We operate 24 hours a day, including 3:00–5:00 AM departures from Del Mar. We recommend reserving at least 4 hours ahead, and 24 hours ahead for SUVs and group vehicles. During the summer race meet and the San Diego County Fair, Via de la Valle and Jimmy Durante Boulevard gridlock. We add 20–30 minutes to Del Mar pickups on event days.
Which hotels in Del Mar do you serve?
We serve every hotel in Del Mar, including L'Auberge Del Mar, Hilton San Diego Del Mar, Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa, Fairmont Grand Del Mar. We know each property's pickup entrance and staging rules, so your chauffeur is positioned correctly before your scheduled time.
What vehicles are available for Del Mar transfers?
Executive sedans seat up to 3 passengers with 2 bags, luxury SUVs seat up to 5 with 5 bags, and executive Sprinters seat up to 10 and are available by request subject to availability. All vehicles are late-model, black, and professionally detailed.