Airport Comparison
| MUE | SAN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Waimea-Kohala Airport | San Diego International Airport |
| IATA Code | MUE | SAN |
| ICAO Code | PHMU | KSAN |
| City | Kamuela | San Diego |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Honolulu | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 2,671 ft | 17 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.000000, -155.670000 | 32.730000, -117.190000 |
Kamuela (MUE) to San Diego (SAN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Waimea-Kohala Airport (MUE) in Kamuela, United States to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 4,060 kilometers (2,523 miles / 2,192 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east northeast at a heading of 62°.
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 a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 08:31 in Kamuela, it's 10:31 in San Diego.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,654 feet between the two airports. San Diego International Airport sits lower than Waimea-Kohala Airport.
The return flight from San Diego (SAN) to Kamuela (MUE) follows a heading of 259° (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 Waimea-Kohala Airport (MUE) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.