This West Coast Airport Is Considered The Best For Long Layovers

When taking a flight that requires a layover, it is important to be strategic so you can spend the extra hours in a place where there are things to keep you occupied. After a data study by Upgraded Points, San Diego International Airport was ranked as the best airport in the U.S. to spend a long layover. They took into account the facilities of the 50 busiest U.S. airports and as a result of this analysis, they awarded San Diego with an impressive 76.8 out of 100. Since it's not advisable to leave the airport during a long layover, San Diego is the perfect place to keep you busy, especially as it has free WiFi and plenty of charging points for all your devices. 

To further help you survive your lengthy layover time, there are various ways to plan for it. These include saving a copy of the airport map, downloading some podcasts, packing your carry-on with all the items you will need, and finding somewhere to nap, all of which will help considerably. Another important thing to do is eat, as this will give you energy for your next flight. Fortunately, San Diego also has you covered with tons of options.

If you have time during your layover then enjoying a good meal, as well as staying hydrated, is a smart way to spend it. There are an impressive 36 restaurant options at San Diego Airport, so they cater to all tastes. According to Eater San Diego, The Counter is a great option in Terminal 1, especially as they are partnered with local skateboarder Tony Hawk. Scarf down one of their custom-built burgers while resting your feet after traipsing around trying to kill time. 

In Terminal 2 West, they recommend Phil's BBQ for ribs and sandwiches. For visitors to Terminal 2 East, Eater rates Prado at the Airport, a restaurant with a sister branch in Balboa Park. Popular pub-style establishment Stone Brewing is also in Terminal 2. Known for its craft beer selection, it has a 4.4 out of 5 stars on its Google Reviews. Once you are fed and watered, there are plenty of places to relax or shop so that you can make the most of your layover in San Diego.

For those who love shopping, there are 41 stores to choose from in the airport. However, Terminal 2 is much bigger than Terminal 1 so it is the best area to explore for browsing while you wait. There are also tons of bookstores in both terminals if you want to pick up something to read during your layover. The airport is a good place to find souvenirs too as quite a few of the stores offer local trinkets as well as their standard wares.

To grab some relaxation time during a particularly long wait, there are two Be Relax spas located in Terminal 2. In these salons, you can get a massage, waxing, nails, or a facial done. There are also club lounges if you want to find some peace and quiet away from the busy concourses. Whatever you choose to do on your layover in San Diego, rest assured that out of all the airports you can be in, this is the best one to while away your time.