Airport Comparison
| KFE | SAN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Fortescue - Dave Forrest Aerodrome | San Diego International Airport |
| IATA Code | KFE | SAN |
| ICAO Code | YFDF | KSAN |
| City | Cloudbreak Village | San Diego |
| Country | Australia | United States |
| Timezone | Australia/Perth | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 17 ft |
| Coordinates | 0.000000, 119.430000 | 32.730000, -117.190000 |
Cloudbreak Village (KFE) to San Diego (SAN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Fortescue - Dave Forrest Aerodrome (KFE) in Cloudbreak Village, Australia to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 13,073 kilometers (8,123 miles / 7,059 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.
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 19:09 in Cloudbreak Village, it's 03:09 in San Diego. With a 16-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 1,538 feet between the two airports. San Diego International Airport sits lower than Fortescue - Dave Forrest Aerodrome.
The return flight from San Diego (SAN) to Cloudbreak Village (KFE) follows a heading of 290° (west 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 Fortescue - Dave Forrest Aerodrome (KFE) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.