The flight distance from Qaarsut Airport (JQA) in Uummannaq, Greenland to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 5,666 kilometers (3,521 miles / 3,059 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west southwest at a heading of 258°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:09 in Uummannaq, it's 14:09 in San Diego. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from San Diego (SAN) to Uummannaq (JQA) follows a heading of 23° (north 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 Qaarsut Airport (JQA) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.