The flight distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States to Ulyanovsk East Airport (ULY) in Ulyanovsk, Russia is 10,234 kilometers (6,359 miles / 5,526 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north at a heading of 8°.

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 Russia. 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 20:33 in San Diego, it's 08:33 in Ulyanovsk. With a 12-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 Ulyanovsk (ULY) to San Diego (SAN) follows a heading of 348° (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 Ulyanovsk East Airport (ULY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.