The flight distance from Mount Cook Airport (MON) in Mount Cook Airport, New Zealand to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 11,246 kilometers (6,988 miles / 6,072 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.

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 New Zealand 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 00:16 in Mount Cook Airport, it's 03:16 in San Diego. With a 21-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 2,136 feet between the two airports. San Diego International Airport sits lower than Mount Cook Airport.

The return flight from San Diego (SAN) to Mount Cook Airport (MON) follows a heading of 225° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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