The flight distance from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) in New Delhi, India to North Island Nas (Halsey Field) Airport (NZY) in San Diego, United States is 13,037 kilometers (8,101 miles / 7,039 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 14°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:46 in New Delhi, it's 03:16 in San Diego. With a 13.5-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 (NZY) to New Delhi (DEL) follows a heading of 346° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) and North Island Nas (Halsey Field) Airport (NZY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.