The flight distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States to Mount Keith Airport (WME) in Mount Keith Airport, Australia is 14,489 kilometers (9,003 miles / 7,823 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west at a heading of 260°.

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 02:50 in San Diego, it's 18:50 in Mount Keith Airport. With a 16-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 1,775 feet between the two airports. Mount Keith Airport sits higher than San Diego International Airport.

The return flight from Mount Keith Airport (WME) to San Diego (SAN) follows a heading of 69° (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 Mount Keith Airport (WME) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.