SAN
San Diego
United States
5,400 km
3,355 miles
YQX
Gander
Canada
Distance
5,400 km
3,355 mi / 2,916 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4.5h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
51°
northeast

Airport Comparison

SAN YQX
Airport Name San Diego International Airport Gander International Airport
IATA Code SAN YQX
ICAO Code KSAN CYQX
City San Diego Gander
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/St_Johns
Elevation 17 ft 496 ft
Coordinates 32.730000, -117.190000 48.940000, -54.570000

San Diego (SAN) to Gander (YQX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States to Gander International Airport (YQX) in Gander, Canada is 5,400 kilometers (3,355 miles / 2,916 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northeast at a heading of 51°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:24 in San Diego, it's 04:54 in Gander. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Gander (YQX) to San Diego (SAN) follows a heading of 275° (west). 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 Gander International Airport (YQX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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