The flight distance from Kompiam Airport (KPM) in Kompiam Airport, Papua New Guinea to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 11,161 kilometers (6,935 miles / 6,027 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east northeast at a heading of 58°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Papua New Guinea with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:53 in Kompiam Airport, it's 03:53 in San Diego. With a 18-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,083 feet between the two airports. San Diego International Airport sits lower than Kompiam Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from San Diego (SAN) to Kompiam Airport (KPM) follows a heading of 270° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Kompiam Airport (KPM) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.