GUA
Guatemala City
Guatemala
3,365 km
2,091 miles
SAN
San Diego
United States
Distance
3,365 km
2,091 mi / 1,817 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Guatemala
Heading
312°
northwest

Airport Comparison

GUA SAN
Airport Name La Aurora Airport San Diego International Airport
IATA Code GUA SAN
ICAO Code MGGT KSAN
City Guatemala City San Diego
Country Guatemala United States
Timezone America/Guatemala America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 4,952 ft 17 ft
Coordinates 14.580000, -90.530000 32.730000, -117.190000

Guatemala City (GUA) to San Diego (SAN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from La Aurora Airport (GUA) in Guatemala City, Guatemala to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 3,365 kilometers (2,091 miles / 1,817 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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

Time zone information: When it's 05:21 in Guatemala City, it's 03:21 in San Diego.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,935 feet between the two airports. San Diego International Airport sits lower than La Aurora Airport.

The return flight from San Diego (SAN) to Guatemala City (GUA) follows a heading of 121° (east 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 La Aurora Airport (GUA) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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