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JFK to SAN: Distance and Flight Time

The distance from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) is 3,928 km (2,441 mi). A typical nonstop flight covers it in about 5h 25m, heading west. The distance is the same in either direction (SAN to JFK).

Distance
3,928 km
Distance (mi)
2,441 mi
Nautical miles
2,121 nm
Typical flight time
5h 25m
Direction
west
Airlines
6

How far is it from New York to San Diego?

The great-circle distance between John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) is 3,928 km (2,441 mi, 2,121 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 JFK to SAN?

A nonstop flight typically takes about 5h 25m. This is an estimate from the distance; actual block times depend on the aircraft, winds and the exact routing. SAN is roughly west of JFK.

Airlines flying JFK to SAN

6 airlines appear on this route in the open route dataset. Codes and carriers:

Frequently asked questions

How far is New York from San Diego?

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) are 3,928 km (2,441 mi, 2,121 nautical miles) apart in a straight line.

How long is the flight from JFK to SAN?

A typical nonstop flight between JFK and SAN takes about 5h 25m. Actual times vary with aircraft type, winds and routing.

What direction is SAN from JFK?

San Diego International Airport (SAN) lies roughly west of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).

Which airlines fly JFK to SAN?

6 airlines appear on the JFK-SAN route in the open dataset, including American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue Airways.

Related routes

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Other routes from San Diego (SAN):

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