The flight distance from Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport (AFA) in San Rafael, Argentina to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 9,053 kilometers (5,625 miles / 4,888 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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 Argentina with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:19 in San Rafael, it's 07:19 in San Diego. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,453 feet between the two airports. San Diego International Airport sits lower than Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport.

The return flight from San Diego (SAN) to San Rafael (AFA) follows a heading of 141° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport (AFA) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.