The flight distance from Senador Nilo Coelho Airport (PNZ) in Petrolina, Brazil to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 9,343 kilometers (5,805 miles / 5,045 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 305°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:28 in Petrolina, it's 18:28 in San Diego. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,246 feet between the two airports. San Diego International Airport sits lower than Senador Nilo Coelho Airport.

The return flight from San Diego (SAN) to Petrolina (PNZ) follows a heading of 105° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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