The flight distance from Maquinchao Airport (MQD) in Maquinchao, Argentina to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 9,607 kilometers (5,969 miles / 5,187 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:27 in Maquinchao, it's 20:27 in San Diego. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,895 feet between the two airports. San Diego International Airport sits lower than Maquinchao Airport.

The return flight from San Diego (SAN) to Maquinchao (MQD) follows a heading of 146° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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