The flight distance from Dr Ferdinand Lumban Tobing Airport (FLZ) in Sibolga-Sumatra Island, Indonesia to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 14,642 kilometers (9,098 miles / 7,906 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northeast at a heading of 42°.

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 Indonesia 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 10:32 in Sibolga-Sumatra Island, it's 19:32 in San Diego. With a 15-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 Sibolga-Sumatra Island (FLZ) follows a heading of 308° (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 Dr Ferdinand Lumban Tobing Airport (FLZ) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.