SAN
San Diego
United States
2,994 km
1,861 miles
SME
Somerset
United States
Distance
2,994 km
1,861 mi / 1,617 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
72°
east northeast

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SAN SME
Airport Name San Diego International Airport Lake Cumberland Regional Airport
IATA Code SAN SME
ICAO Code KSAN KSME
City San Diego Somerset
Country United States United States
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/New_York
Elevation 17 ft 927 ft
Coordinates 32.730000, -117.190000 37.050000, -84.620000

San Diego (SAN) to Somerset (SME) Flight Distance

The flight distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States to Lake Cumberland Regional Airport (SME) in Somerset, United States is 2,994 kilometers (1,861 miles / 1,617 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east northeast at a heading of 72°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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 3-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 02:41 in San Diego, it's 05:41 in Somerset. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Somerset (SME) to San Diego (SAN) follows a heading of 271° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the San Diego International Airport (SAN) and Lake Cumberland Regional Airport (SME) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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