NAQ
Qaanaaq
Greenland
5,497 km
3,416 miles
SAN
San Diego
United States
Distance
5,497 km
3,416 mi / 2,968 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
America/Thule
Heading
235°
southwest

Airport Comparison

NAQ SAN
Airport Name Qaanaaq Airport San Diego International Airport
IATA Code NAQ SAN
ICAO Code BGQQ KSAN
City Qaanaaq San Diego
Country Greenland United States
Timezone America/Thule America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 51 ft 17 ft
Coordinates 77.490000, -69.390000 32.730000, -117.190000

Qaanaaq (NAQ) to San Diego (SAN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) in Qaanaaq, Greenland to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 5,497 kilometers (3,416 miles / 2,968 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying southwest at a heading of 235°.

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 an international route connecting Greenland with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:39 in Qaanaaq, it's 14:39 in San Diego. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from San Diego (SAN) to Qaanaaq (NAQ) 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 Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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