JAL
Xalapa
Mexico
2,505 km
1,557 miles
SAN
San Diego
United States
Distance
2,505 km
1,557 mi / 1,353 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Mexico_City
Heading
310°
northwest

Airport Comparison

JAL SAN
Airport Name El Lencero Airport San Diego International Airport
IATA Code JAL SAN
ICAO Code MMJA KSAN
City Xalapa San Diego
Country Mexico United States
Timezone America/Mexico_City America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 3,127 ft 17 ft
Coordinates 19.480000, -96.800000 32.730000, -117.190000

Xalapa (JAL) to San Diego (SAN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from El Lencero Airport (JAL) in Xalapa, Mexico to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 2,505 kilometers (1,557 miles / 1,353 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 310°.

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 Mexico with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:24 in Xalapa, it's 07:24 in San Diego.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,110 feet between the two airports. San Diego International Airport sits lower than El Lencero Airport.

The return flight from San Diego (SAN) to Xalapa (JAL) 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 El Lencero Airport (JAL) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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