San Diego to San Francisco flight distance & time (SAN-SFO)
How far is San Diego from San Francisco by plane? The great circle distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is 719 km / 388 nm, about 1h 12m flight time, with an initial heading of 321° (NW).
| From | San Diego International Airport (SAN), San Diego, US |
|---|---|
| To | San Francisco International Airport (SFO), San Francisco, US |
| Distance | 719 km · 388 nm · 447 mi |
| Initial heading | 321° (NW) |
Airlines on this route
- Continental Airlines (CO)
- Continental Express (CO)
- Southwest Airlines (WN)
- United Airlines (UA)
- US Airways (US)
- Virgin America (VX)
Aircraft with enough range to fly SAN to SFO nonstop
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Frequently asked questions
- How far is San Diego from San Francisco?
- The great circle distance between San Diego and San Francisco is 719 km (388 nm / 447 mi).
- How long is the flight from San Diego to San Francisco?
- A direct flight from SAN to SFO takes about 1h 12m, based on a typical jet cruise speed. Actual time varies by aircraft type and wind - see the aircraft list above for type-specific estimates.
- Is there a nonstop flight from San Diego to San Francisco?
- Yes - 6 airlines currently operate this route, see the list above.