SAN
San Diego
United States
15,370 km
9,550 miles
SZM
Sesriem Airstrip
Namibia
Distance
15,370 km
9,550 mi / 8,299 nm
Est. Flight Time
19h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+9h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
91°
east

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Airport Comparison

SAN SZM
Airport Name San Diego International Airport Sesriem Airstrip
IATA Code SAN SZM
ICAO Code KSAN FYSS
City San Diego N/A
Country United States Namibia
Timezone America/Los_Angeles Africa/Windhoek
Elevation 17 ft 2,454 ft
Coordinates 32.730000, -117.190000 -24.510000, 15.750000

San Diego (SAN) to Sesriem Airstrip (SZM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States to Sesriem Airstrip (SZM) in Sesriem Airstrip, Namibia is 15,370 kilometers (9,550 miles / 8,299 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east at a heading of 91°.

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 Namibia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:22 in San Diego, it's 03:22 in Sesriem Airstrip. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,437 feet between the two airports. Sesriem Airstrip sits higher than San Diego International Airport.

The return flight from Sesriem Airstrip (SZM) to San Diego (SAN) follows a heading of 292° (west 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 Sesriem Airstrip (SZM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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