Airport Comparison
| LWL | SAN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Wells Municipal/Harriet Field | San Diego International Airport |
| IATA Code | LWL | SAN |
| ICAO Code | KLWL | KSAN |
| City | Wells | San Diego |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 5,769 ft | 17 ft |
| Coordinates | 41.120000, -114.920000 | 32.730000, -117.190000 |
Wells (LWL) to San Diego (SAN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Wells Municipal/Harriet Field (LWL) in Wells, United States to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 954 kilometers (593 miles / 515 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southwest at a heading of 193°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 08:38 in Wells, it's 08:38 in San Diego.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,752 feet between the two airports. San Diego International Airport sits lower than Wells Municipal/Harriet Field. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from San Diego (SAN) to Wells (LWL) follows a heading of 12° (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 Wells Municipal/Harriet Field (LWL) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.