DCA to SAN: Distance and Flight Time
The distance from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) is 3,655 km (2,271 mi). A typical nonstop flight covers it in about 5h 5m, heading west. The distance is the same in either direction (SAN to DCA).
How far is it from Washington to San Diego?
The great-circle distance between Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) is 3,655 km (2,271 mi, 1,973 nautical miles). That is the straight-line distance; a real flight is a little longer because of air-traffic routing.
How long is the flight from DCA to SAN?
A nonstop flight typically takes about 5h 5m. This is an estimate from the distance; actual block times depend on the aircraft, winds and the exact routing. SAN is roughly west of DCA.
Airlines flying DCA to SAN
2 airlines appear on this route in the open route dataset. Codes and carriers:
Frequently asked questions
How far is Washington from San Diego?
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) are 3,655 km (2,271 mi, 1,973 nautical miles) apart in a straight line.
How long is the flight from DCA to SAN?
A typical nonstop flight between DCA and SAN takes about 5h 5m. Actual times vary with aircraft type, winds and routing.
What direction is SAN from DCA?
San Diego International Airport (SAN) lies roughly west of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
Which airlines fly DCA to SAN?
2 airlines appear on the DCA-SAN route in the open dataset, including American Airlines, US Airways.
Related routes
Other routes from Washington (DCA):
Other routes from San Diego (SAN):
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