The flight distance from Munich International Airport (MUC) in Munich, Germany to North Island Nas (Halsey Field) Airport (NZY) in San Diego, United States is 9,677 kilometers (6,013 miles / 5,225 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.

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 Germany with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:05 in Munich, it's 13:05 in San Diego. With a 9-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 1,461 feet between the two airports. North Island Nas (Halsey Field) Airport sits lower than Munich International Airport.

The return flight from San Diego (NZY) to Munich (MUC) follows a heading of 31° (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 Munich International Airport (MUC) and North Island Nas (Halsey Field) Airport (NZY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.