The flight distance from Ayers Rock Connellan Airport (AYQ) in Ayers Rock, Australia to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 13,441 kilometers (8,352 miles / 7,257 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east northeast at a heading of 65°.

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 Australia with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:25 in Ayers Rock, it's 17:55 in San Diego. With a 17.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,609 feet between the two airports. San Diego International Airport sits lower than Ayers Rock Connellan Airport.

The return flight from San Diego (SAN) to Ayers Rock (AYQ) follows a heading of 258° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Ayers Rock Connellan Airport (AYQ) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.