SAN
San Diego
United States
5,452 km
3,388 miles
THU
Thule
Greenland
Distance
5,452 km
3,388 mi / 2,944 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
13°
north northeast

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SAN THU
Airport Name San Diego International Airport Thule Air Base
IATA Code SAN THU
ICAO Code KSAN BGTL
City San Diego Thule
Country United States Greenland
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/Thule
Elevation 17 ft 251 ft
Coordinates 32.730000, -117.190000 76.530000, -68.700000

San Diego (SAN) to Thule (THU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States to Thule Air Base (THU) in Thule, Greenland is 5,452 kilometers (3,388 miles / 2,944 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northeast at a heading of 13°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Greenland. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:11 in San Diego, it's 11:11 in Thule. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Thule (THU) to San Diego (SAN) follows a heading of 237° (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 San Diego International Airport (SAN) and Thule Air Base (THU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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