The flight distance from San Luis Airport (IPI) in Ipiales, Colombia to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 5,441 kilometers (3,381 miles / 2,938 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.

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 Colombia 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 20:02 in Ipiales, it's 17:02 in San Diego. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 9,748 feet between the two airports. San Diego International Airport sits lower than San Luis Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from San Diego (SAN) to Ipiales (IPI) follows a heading of 122° (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 San Luis Airport (IPI) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.