Airport Comparison
| RTN | SAN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Raton Municipal/Crews Field | San Diego International Airport |
| IATA Code | RTN | SAN |
| ICAO Code | KRTN | KSAN |
| City | Raton | San Diego |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 6,352 ft | 17 ft |
| Coordinates | 36.740000, -104.500000 | 32.730000, -117.190000 |
Raton (RTN) to San Diego (SAN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Raton Municipal/Crews Field (RTN) in Raton, United States to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 1,241 kilometers (771 miles / 670 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west southwest at a heading of 253°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 12:01 in Raton, it's 11:01 in San Diego.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,336 feet between the two airports. San Diego International Airport sits lower than Raton Municipal/Crews Field. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from San Diego (SAN) to Raton (RTN) follows a heading of 65° (east 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 Raton Municipal/Crews Field (RTN) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.