Airport Comparison
San Diego (SAN) to Tonopah (TPH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States to Tonopah Airport (TPH) in Tonopah, United States is 593 kilometers (368 miles / 320 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north at a heading of 1°.
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.
Time zone information: When it's 11:17 in San Diego, it's 11:17 in Tonopah.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,414 feet between the two airports. Tonopah Airport sits higher than San Diego International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Tonopah (TPH) to San Diego (SAN) follows a heading of 181° (south). 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 Tonopah Airport (TPH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.