Airport Comparison
| SAN | SKG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | San Diego International Airport | Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport |
| IATA Code | SAN | SKG |
| ICAO Code | KSAN | LGTS |
| City | San Diego | Thessaloniki |
| Country | United States | Greece |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Europe/Athens |
| Elevation | 17 ft | 22 ft |
| Coordinates | 32.730000, -117.190000 | 40.520000, 22.970000 |
San Diego (SAN) to Thessaloniki (SKG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States to Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport (SKG) in Thessaloniki, Greece is 10,901 kilometers (6,773 miles / 5,886 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.
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 United States with Greece. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 00:04 in San Diego, it's 10:04 in Thessaloniki. With a 10-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 Thessaloniki (SKG) to San Diego (SAN) follows a heading of 327° (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 San Diego International Airport (SAN) and Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport (SKG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.