Airport Comparison
San Diego (SAN) to Grand Canyon (VLE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States to Valle Airport (VLE) in Grand Canyon, United States is 566 kilometers (352 miles / 306 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying northeast at a heading of 54°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
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 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 14:19 in San Diego, it's 15:19 in Grand Canyon.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,982 feet between the two airports. Valle Airport sits higher than San Diego International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Grand Canyon (VLE) to San Diego (SAN) follows a heading of 236° (west southwest). 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 Valle Airport (VLE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.