Airport Comparison
| PTF | SAN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Malolo Lailai Island Airport | San Diego International Airport |
| IATA Code | PTF | SAN |
| ICAO Code | NFFO | KSAN |
| City | Malolo Lailai Island | San Diego |
| Country | Fiji | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Fiji | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 10 ft | 17 ft |
| Coordinates | -17.780000, 177.200000 | 32.730000, -117.190000 |
Malolo Lailai Island (PTF) to San Diego (SAN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Malolo Lailai Island Airport (PTF) in Malolo Lailai Island, Fiji to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 8,947 kilometers (5,559 miles / 4,831 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 51°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Fiji 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 16:56 in Malolo Lailai Island, it's 20:56 in San Diego. With a 20-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 Malolo Lailai Island (PTF) follows a heading of 242° (west 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 Malolo Lailai Island Airport (PTF) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.