The flight distance from Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) in Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling, United States to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 2,772 kilometers (1,722 miles / 1,497 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west southwest at a heading of 258°.

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 22:31 in Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling, it's 20:31 in San Diego.

The return flight from San Diego (SAN) to Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling (PWK) follows a heading of 59° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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