RBF
Big Bear City
United States
173 km
107 miles
SAN
San Diego
United States
Distance
173 km
107 mi / 93 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
190°
south

Airport Comparison

RBF SAN
Airport Name Big Bear City Airport San Diego International Airport
IATA Code RBF SAN
ICAO Code KL35 KSAN
City Big Bear City San Diego
Country United States United States
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 6,752 ft 17 ft
Coordinates 34.260000, -116.860000 32.730000, -117.190000

Big Bear City (RBF) to San Diego (SAN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Big Bear City Airport (RBF) in Big Bear City, United States to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 173 kilometers (107 miles / 93 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying south at a heading of 190°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 03:22 in Big Bear City, it's 03:22 in San Diego.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,736 feet between the two airports. San Diego International Airport sits lower than Big Bear City Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from San Diego (SAN) to Big Bear City (RBF) follows a heading of 10° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Big Bear City Airport (RBF) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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