7th Annual CYFAM National Conference
Getting Here
Parking, trolley, and airport directions for Saturday and Sunday, February 13 to 14, 2027, at the UC San Diego School of Medicine.
Conference venue
T. Denny Sanford Medical Education and Telemedicine Center (MET Building)
3160 Biomedical Sciences Way, La Jolla, CA 92093
In your maps or rideshare app, use this address or search for UC San Diego T. Denny Sanford Medical Education and Telemedicine Center. Please don't use 9500 Gilman Drive, the general campus address, since it will not take you to the MET Building.
At a glance
Saturday 8:00 AM PT · Sunday 8:30 AM PT
Programming start times
ParkMobile zone 4752 or pay station
Weekends: $2.25 per hour, up to $9 per day, 10:30 AM to 9:00 PM
VA Medical Center Station
Closest trolley stop, UC San Diego Blue Line
Make a weekend of it. We recommend arriving in San Diego on Thursday, February 11, or Friday, February 12, and heading home late Sunday, February 14, or Monday, February 15, so you have time to enjoy the city. Monday is Presidents' Day, so book flights and hotels early.
Map
Suggested route
- Drive in at the South Entrance. From La Jolla Village Dr, turn north onto Gilman Dr. The South Parking Structure is on your right, past South Entrance Visitor Information.
- Park and walk about 4 minutes. Walk north to Biomedical Sciences Way, then east to the MET Building.
- Arrive at the MET Building, 3160 Biomedical Sciences Way.
Coming by trolley
- Walk about 10 minutes from VA Medical Center Station. Follow the blue dotted path west along the south side of the VA Medical Center, cross Villa La Jolla Dr, and continue west to the MET Building. Trolley details
Map based on the UC San Diego campus map (Esri and partners), recolored and simplified. For every lot and building, use the UC San Diego campus map.
How are you arriving?
Choose how you're getting to the MET Building to see each step and about how long it takes. Times are estimates; transit times include 5 to 10 minutes for delays.
Driving and parking
Your route
Drive to South Parking, then walk over
About 25 to 30 minfrom Downtown · 25 to 35 from SAN
- Downtown or SANI-5 north, exit La Jolla Village Dr
- About 15 to 25 min drive13 to 20 min from Downtown, 15 to 25 from SAN, depending on traffic
- South Parking StructureRight on Gilman Dr at the South Entrance. Park and pay in ParkMobile, about 5 min.
- About 4 min walkNorth, then east on Biomedical Sciences Way
- MET Building3160 Biomedical Sciences Way
Please carpool. If you are driving, we highly encourage carpooling. Visitor spaces near the MET Building are limited, and sharing a ride also splits the cost of parking.
Where to park
South Parking Structure
9210 Pharmacy Ln, La Jolla, CA 92093
4 min walk (0.2 mi) · 107 Visitor (V) · electric vehicle (EV) charging
P603
3145 Biomedical Sciences Way, La Jolla, CA 92093
2 min walk (0.2 mi) · 36 Visitor (V)
Gilman Parking Structure
252 Russell Ln, La Jolla, CA 92093
6 min walk (0.2 mi) · 160 Visitor (V) · EV charging
| Other lots | Walk to MET | Stalls | Address | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P602 | 3 min (0.1 mi) | 12 Visitor (V) | 26 Villa La Jolla Dr, San Diego, CA 92161 | Limited spaces; not recommended |
| P703 | 30 min (1.3 mi) | 17 Visitor (V), 295 Discount (D) | 4050 Eastpoint Ln, La Jolla, CA 92037 | Lower-cost Discount stalls |
| P704 | 30 min (1.3 mi) | 326 Discount (D) | 4050 Eastpoint Ln, La Jolla, CA 92037 | Lower-cost Discount stalls |
| P705 | 30 min (1.3 mi) | 454 Discount (D) | 4000 Eastpoint Ln, La Jolla, CA 92037 | Lower-cost Discount stalls |
Find lots, buildings, and walking routes on the UC San Diego campus map.
Rates and how to pay
| Space | Rate |
|---|---|
| Visitor (V) spaces, weekends and weekdays after 5 PM | $2.25 per hour, up to $9 per day |
| Visitor (V) spaces, weekdays before 5 PM | $4.50 per hour, up to $36 per day |
| Discount (D) lots | $5.25 per day (ParkMobile zone 4762) |
| Super Saver lots | $4 per day (ParkMobile zone 4767) |
Every vehicle needs a valid parking permit tied to its license plate. On weekends, payment is required from 10:30 AM to 9:00 PM.
In the ParkMobile app, enter zone 4752 (posted near Visitor spaces).
Choose your time and confirm your license plate.
Extend your time from your phone if you need to.
No app? Use ParkMobile online or call (877) 727-5932. Pay stations take Visa, Mastercard, or American Express and do not accept cash or give change. ParkMobile purchases are not refundable.
Rates are from UC San Diego Transportation Services as of October 2026 and may change.
Please observe all parking signs. Do not park in Visitor (V) spaces with a time limit (2 or 4 hours), since you may get a citation if you stay past the limit. Parking at the Jennifer Moreno Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center is reserved for VA patients and visitors, and attendees who park there do so at their own risk.
Electric vehicle (EV) charging
| Structure | Charger type | Chargers | Floors | Network |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Parking Structure | DC fast (CCS and NACS ports) | 2 | 3 | ChargePoint |
| South Parking Structure | Level 2 | 146 | 1 to 5 | PowerFlex |
| Gilman Parking Structure | Level 2 | 68 | 2 and 6 | PowerFlex |
For Level 2 chargers, download the PowerFlex app before you arrive. Check each network's app for charging rates.
Trolley
Your route
Ride the Blue Line, then walk over
About 45 to 50 minfrom Downtown, with time for delays
- Santa Fe Depot (Downtown)Board the Blue Line toward UTC
- About 28 min rideAbout 18 min from Old Town. Allow 5 to 10 min extra for delays.
- VA Medical Center Station3350 La Jolla Village Dr
- About 10 min walkWest past the VA, across Villa La Jolla Dr
- MET Building3160 Biomedical Sciences Way
We recommend the Transit app. Real-time trolley and bus times, trip planning, and step-by-step directions across San Diego.
Closest stop
VA Medical Center Station
3350 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA 92161
Take the UC San Diego Blue Line north toward UTC · about a 10 minute walk to the MET Building · all trolleys have ramps
Suggested trains
On weekends, trains run about every 15 minutes from before 5:00 AM until after midnight, reaching campus at about :06, :21, :36, and :51 past each hour. Please plan to arrive at the program start time, not earlier. The suggested trains get you to the MET Building right at the start.
Saturday, February 13Program starts 8:00 AM
- 7:22 AMLeave Santa Fe Depot
- 7:31 AMOr leave Old Town
- About 7:50 AMArrive at VA Medical Center Station
- About 8:00 AMWalk in at the MET Building
Please arrive at 8:00 AM, not earlier. If you miss this train, the next one gets you in about 15 minutes later.
Sunday, February 14Program starts 8:30 AM
- 7:52 AMLeave Santa Fe Depot
- 8:01 AMOr leave Old Town
- About 8:20 AMArrive at VA Medical Center Station
- About 8:30 AMWalk in at the MET Building
Please arrive at 8:30 AM, not earlier. If you miss this train, the next one gets you in about 15 minutes later.
Ride times and fares
| Board at | Ride time (weekends) |
|---|---|
| Old Town Transit Center | About 20 minutes |
| Santa Fe Depot (Downtown) | About 30 minutes |
| America Plaza (Downtown) | About 30 minutes |
| 12th & Imperial (Downtown) | About 45 minutes |
| San Ysidro (border) | About 75 minutes |
Paying your fare
Tap a contactless credit or debit card, phone, or watch at any PRONTO validator, or use a PRONTO card or the PRONTO app. A one-way fare is good for two hours, with free transfers.
On Saturdays and Sundays, up to two children ages 12 and under ride free with a fare-paying adult. Up to two bikes are allowed per car on weekends.
Times are from the MTS Trolley schedule effective September 6, 2026, and may change. Ride times are to the UC San Diego Central Campus timepoint, one stop past VA Medical Center. For trip planning, call MTS at (619) 233-3004.
Flying in
Save on airfare
Discounted airfare with United Airlines
We're pleased to partner with United Airlines to offer discounted airfare to the Conference. Use our discount code when you book flights into San Diego (SAN), or into Los Angeles (LAX), Orange County (SNA), Burbank (BUR), or Ontario (ONT). We apologize that Long Beach (LGB) is not included in this discount.
Feb 9 to 17, 2027
Valid travel dates
Fly any day from Tuesday, February 9, through Wednesday, February 17, 2027.
2% to 7% off
Eligible United fares
Your discount depends on the fare class you book.
$0 booking fee
Fees waived
Booking fees are waived for United Meetings reservations.
Earn miles
MileagePlus members
You still earn MileagePlus miles when you book with our code.
How to book
Online. Go to united.com/meetingtravel, enter ZT8V506661, and search for your flights.
By phone. Call the United Meetings Reservation Desk at (800) 426-1122, Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM Central Time (5:00 AM to 6:00 PM Pacific). Share Z Code ZT8V and Agreement Code 506661 when you book. The desk is closed on weekends and major U.S. holidays, including Presidents' Day, Monday, February 15, 2027.
Through a travel agent. Give your agent Z Code ZT8V and Agreement Code 506661.
Traveling from outside the U.S. or Canada? Book online with the code or through a travel agent, or contact your local United Reservation Desk.
Good to know
- The discount is not available on Basic Economy fares.
- It applies to the base fare only, not to taxes, fees, surcharges, or United travel add-ons and bundles.
- It can't be combined with other discounts, promotions, or certificates, and it can't be added to tickets you've already bought.
- Eligible flights are operated by United and United Express. Some international trips can include select United partner airlines. Trips that start in Japan aren't eligible.
- Changes, cancellations, and refunds follow the rules of the fare you buy.
Your route
Land at SAN, then ride straight to campus
About 25 to 45 minby rideshare · about 65 to 70 min by transit
- San Diego International (SAN)Follow signs to rideshare pickup
- 5 to 10 min walkTo the rideshare pickup area
- Rideshare pickupWait about 5 to 10 min for your driver
- About 15 to 25 min rideDepending on traffic
- MET Building3160 Biomedical Sciences Way
Ways to get to campus from SAN
San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the closest airport to campus. A rideshare or taxi is fastest. By public transit, plan on about 65 to 70 minutes.
Rideshare or taxi
Set your drop-off to the MET Building, since campus is large. Expect about $15 to $39 for a standard ride. See estimated fares.
MTS Route 992 and the Blue Line
Take MTS Route 992 from the airport to Broadway and Kettner, then the Blue Line north from America Plaza Station toward UTC. Exit at VA Medical Center Station.
San Diego Flyer and the Blue Line
Take the San Diego Flyer from the airport to Old Town Transit Center, then the Blue Line north to VA Medical Center Station.
Fun facts about SAN
1 runway
The busiest single-runway airport in the U.S.
SAN served about 25.3 million passengers and 233,000 flights in 2025, all on one 9,401-foot runway.
Downtown approach
A landing to remember
Planes arriving from the east descend steeply over Bankers Hill and past downtown skyscrapers. Grab a window seat.
1928
Lindbergh Field
The airport was dedicated in August 1928 and named for Charles Lindbergh, whose Spirit of St. Louis was built nearby in San Diego for his 1927 transatlantic flight.
11:30 PM to 6:30 AM
Quiet nights
To keep things quiet for nearby neighborhoods, no takeoffs are allowed overnight. Arrivals can land anytime.
1930
A record-setting pilot
Pilot Ruth Alexander set national and world altitude records for women flying from the field.
Sources: San Diego International Airport (opens in a new tab) and Wikipedia (opens in a new tab).
We recommend the Transit app. Real-time trolley and bus times, trip planning, and step-by-step directions across San Diego.
Other airports
We recommend flying into San Diego International (SAN). Other Southern California airports are much farther from campus, and traffic can add an hour or more.
- San Diego International (SAN)Recommended · about 15 to 25 min drive
- John Wayne Airport, Orange County (SNA)Not recommended · about 1 hr 15 min to 2 hr drive
- Long Beach Airport (LGB)Not recommended · about 1 hr 45 min to 2 hr 30 min drive
- Ontario International (ONT)Not recommended · about 1 hr 45 min to 2 hr 30 min drive
- Los Angeles International (LAX)Not recommended · about 2 to 3 hr drive
- Hollywood Burbank (BUR)Not recommended · about 2 hr 15 min to 3 hr drive
Distances are approximate driving miles to the MET Building. Drive times vary with traffic. Our United discount also covers flights into SNA, ONT, LAX, and BUR. We apologize that Long Beach (LGB) is not included.
Have more time? Take the train
Flying into LAX, Burbank (BUR), or Orange County (SNA)? Skip the freeway and ride the Amtrak Pacific Surfliner down the coast to San Diego, then connect to the Blue Line trolley. It's a relaxed, scenic option with no traffic to sit in.
Train route
Surfliner to Old Town, then the Blue Line
About 3.5 to 4 hrfrom Los Angeles Union Station
- Los Angeles, Burbank, or Orange CountyBoard at Burbank Airport near BUR, LA Union Station (FlyAway bus from LAX), or Santa Ana or Irvine near SNA
- About 3 hr rideFrom Los Angeles; shorter from Orange County
- San Diego Old TownTransfer to the UC San Diego Blue Line toward UTC
- About 30 minAbout 18 min on the trolley, then a 10 min walk
- MET Building3160 Biomedical Sciences Way
Plan to arrive the day before. About 13 trains a day run between Los Angeles and San Diego, but the earliest may not reach San Diego in time for the 8:00 AM start.
Still have questions?
See our Conference FAQs, or email conference@cyfam.org.