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New Orleans (NEW) to San Diego (SAN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Lakefront Airport (NEW) in New Orleans, United States to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 2,588 kilometers (1,608 miles / 1,398 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 284°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 08:11 in New Orleans, it's 06:11 in San Diego.
The return flight from San Diego (SAN) to New Orleans (NEW) follows a heading of 89° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Lakefront Airport (NEW) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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