Airport Comparison
| POJ | SAN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Patos de Minas Airport | San Diego International Airport |
| IATA Code | POJ | SAN |
| ICAO Code | SNPD | KSAN |
| City | Patos De Minas | San Diego |
| Country | Brazil | United States |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 2,793 ft | 17 ft |
| Coordinates | -18.670000, -46.490000 | 32.730000, -117.190000 |
Patos De Minas (POJ) to San Diego (SAN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Patos de Minas Airport (POJ) in Patos De Minas, Brazil to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 9,431 kilometers (5,860 miles / 5,092 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 307°.
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 07:46 in Patos De Minas, it's 02:46 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 2,776 feet between the two airports. San Diego International Airport sits lower than Patos de Minas Airport.
The return flight from San Diego (SAN) to Patos De Minas (POJ) follows a heading of 116° (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 Patos de Minas Airport (POJ) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.