Airport Comparison
Lanzarote Island (ACE) to San Diego (SAN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Lanzarote Airport (ACE) in Lanzarote Island, Spain to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 9,441 kilometers (5,866 miles / 5,098 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 305°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Spain with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:54 in Lanzarote Island, it's 01:54 in San Diego. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from San Diego (SAN) to Lanzarote Island (ACE) follows a heading of 59° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Lanzarote Airport (ACE) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.