The flight distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States to Tennant Creek Airport (TCA) in Tennant Creek, Australia is 12,873 kilometers (7,999 miles / 6,951 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west at a heading of 262°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:48 in San Diego, it's 08:18 in Tennant Creek. With a 17.5-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 1,219 feet between the two airports. Tennant Creek Airport sits higher than San Diego International Airport.

The return flight from Tennant Creek (TCA) to San Diego (SAN) follows a heading of 62° (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 San Diego International Airport (SAN) and Tennant Creek Airport (TCA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.