Airport Comparison
| GJT | SAN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Grand Junction Regional Airport | San Diego International Airport |
| IATA Code | GJT | SAN |
| ICAO Code | KGJT | KSAN |
| City | Grand Junction | San Diego |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 4,861 ft | 17 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.120000, -108.530000 | 32.730000, -117.190000 |
Grand Junction (GJT) to San Diego (SAN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) in Grand Junction, United States to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 1,054 kilometers (655 miles / 569 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying southwest at a heading of 230°.
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 13:15 in Grand Junction, it's 12:15 in San Diego.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,845 feet between the two airports. San Diego International Airport sits lower than Grand Junction Regional Airport.
The return flight from San Diego (SAN) to Grand Junction (GJT) follows a heading of 45° (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 Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.