Airport Comparison
| GTN | SAN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Glentanner Airport | San Diego International Airport |
| IATA Code | GTN | SAN |
| ICAO Code | NZGT | KSAN |
| City | Glentanner Station | San Diego |
| Country | New Zealand | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 1,824 ft | 17 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.910000, 170.130000 | 32.730000, -117.190000 |
Glentanner Station (GTN) to San Diego (SAN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Glentanner Airport (GTN) in Glentanner Station, New Zealand to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 11,255 kilometers (6,994 miles / 6,077 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.
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 New Zealand 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 20:45 in Glentanner Station, it's 23:45 in San Diego. With a 21-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 1,807 feet between the two airports. San Diego International Airport sits lower than Glentanner Airport.
The return flight from San Diego (SAN) to Glentanner Station (GTN) follows a heading of 225° (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 Glentanner Airport (GTN) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.