Airport Comparison
| RNL | SAN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Rennell/Tingoa Airport | San Diego International Airport |
| IATA Code | RNL | SAN |
| ICAO Code | AGGR | KSAN |
| City | Rennell Island | San Diego |
| Country | Solomon Islands | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Guadalcanal | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 0 ft | 17 ft |
| Coordinates | -11.530000, 160.060000 | 32.730000, -117.190000 |
Rennell Island (RNL) to San Diego (SAN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Rennell/Tingoa Airport (RNL) in Rennell Island, Solomon Islands to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 10,033 kilometers (6,234 miles / 5,418 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east northeast at a heading of 57°.
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 Solomon Islands with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:04 in Rennell Island, it's 06:04 in San Diego. With a 19-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from San Diego (SAN) to Rennell Island (RNL) follows a heading of 256° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Rennell/Tingoa Airport (RNL) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.