McClellan-Palomar Airport
McClellan-Palomar Airport is a medium airport serving Carlsbad in Southern California, giving travelers a convenient gateway to the coast and North County San Diego area without the scale of a major international hub. Identified by IATA code CLD and ICAO code KCRQ, the airport sits at an elevation of 331 feet (101 m), which helps place it close to the communities, business districts, and resort areas many visitors are heading to.
About McClellan-Palomar Airport
McClellan-Palomar Airport is a medium airport serving Carlsbad in Southern California, giving travelers a convenient gateway to the coast and North County San Diego area without the scale of a major international hub. Identified by IATA code CLD and ICAO code KCRQ, the airport sits at an elevation of 331 feet (101 m), which helps place it close to the communities, business districts, and resort areas many visitors are heading to.
Overview
McClellan-Palomar Airport is a medium airport serving Carlsbad in Southern California, giving travelers a convenient gateway to the coast and North County San Diego area without the scale of a major international hub. Identified by IATA code CLD and ICAO code KCRQ, the airport sits at an elevation of 331 feet (101 m), which helps place it close to the communities, business districts, and resort areas many visitors are heading to.
What Travelers Should Know
- The airport operates in the America/Los_Angeles time zone, so plan arrivals, departures, and ground transport on Pacific Time.
- McClellan-Palomar has one runway: 06/24, measuring 4,897 feet, with an asphalt surface and lighting for added operational flexibility.
- Because it is a medium airport rather than a giant hub, getting in and out can feel more straightforward for travelers who prefer a smaller airport environment.
- Its location in Carlsbad makes it especially practical for visitors bound for coastal stays, business parks, and nearby attractions in the surrounding region.
Why It Matters for Visitors
For many passengers, the main appeal of McClellan-Palomar Airport is ease: a smaller airport footprint can mean simpler navigation, shorter distances between curb and terminal areas, and a calmer start or end to a trip. If you are visiting Carlsbad specifically, flying through CLD can be a smart choice because it places you closer to your destination than a larger airport farther away, helping reduce transfer time and making regional travel feel more efficient.
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FAQ
McClellan-Palomar Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
9 common questions
- McClellan-Palomar Airport is located in San Diego, United States (North America), at coordinates 33.120°, -117.270°.
- Its IATA code is CLD and its ICAO code is KCRQ.
- McClellan-Palomar Airport serves San Diego, United States. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- McClellan-Palomar Airport operates on America/Los_Angeles local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- McClellan-Palomar Airport sits at latitude 33.120° and longitude -117.270°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from CLD. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for CLD is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from CLD on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Its address is 2198 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, California, 92011, United States, the phone number is +1 760-431-4646, the official website is http://www.sdcounty.ca.gov/dpw/airports/palomar.html. For flight-specific questions (delays, baggage, rebooking), contact the operating airline directly rather than the airport.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in United States. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.