The flight distance from Pondicherry Airport (PNY) in Pondicherry Airport, India to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 14,727 kilometers (9,151 miles / 7,952 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northeast at a heading of 19°.

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 India 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 04:17 in Pondicherry Airport, it's 15:47 in San Diego. With a 12.5-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 Pondicherry Airport (PNY) follows a heading of 337° (north 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 Pondicherry Airport (PNY) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.