SAN
San Diego
United States
3,163 km
1,965 miles
YQH
Watson Lake
Canada
Distance
3,163 km
1,965 mi / 1,708 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
348°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

SAN YQH
Airport Name San Diego International Airport Watson Lake Airport
IATA Code SAN YQH
ICAO Code KSAN CYQH
City San Diego Watson Lake
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/Vancouver
Elevation 17 ft 2,255 ft
Coordinates 32.730000, -117.190000 60.120000, -128.820000

San Diego (SAN) to Watson Lake (YQH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States to Watson Lake Airport (YQH) in Watson Lake, Canada is 3,163 kilometers (1,965 miles / 1,708 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northwest at a heading of 348°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:57 in San Diego, it's 11:57 in Watson Lake.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,238 feet between the two airports. Watson Lake Airport sits higher than San Diego International Airport.

The return flight from Watson Lake (YQH) to San Diego (SAN) follows a heading of 159° (south southeast). 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 Watson Lake Airport (YQH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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