SAN → PHLUnited States → United States

Cheap flights from San Diego to Philadelphia

2,365 mi · 45m average nonstop

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Quick answer: San Diego to Philadelphia at a glance

2,365 mi
Distance
45m
Nonstop time
3 hours ahead
Time-zone shift
~213 kg
CO₂ per passenger

Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Philadelphia (PHL) cover 2,365 miles (3,805 km) in about 45m nonstop, with 2 airlines flying direct — a long-haul international route. Search Kayak for today's cheapest live fare. Route difficulty 5/10.

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Flying from San Diego to Philadelphia covers 2,365 miles (3,805 km) in approximately 0 hour 45 minutes. 2 airlines offer direct flights on this long-haul international route. This is a long-haul international route requiring advance planning for connections and layovers.

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SAN (0 mi)PHL (2,365 mi)45m avg

Nonstop distance 2,365 miles. Direct carriers include AA and US.

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Airlines on this route

2 airlines fly San Diego → Philadelphia. All are direct routes.

AirlineRoute type
AADirect
USDirect
Baggage on San Diego → Philadelphia: on this route, AA typically includes a carry-on, while US may charge extra for carry-on and seat selection. Check each carrier's baggage policy before booking — fees vary.
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San Diego to Philadelphia — quick answers

How far is San Diego from Philadelphia by plane?

The nonstop flight distance from San Diego (SAN) to Philadelphia (PHL) is 2,365 miles (3,805 km), calculated as a great-circle line from published OpenFlights airport coordinates. Actual flown distance is slightly longer due to airways and winds.

How long is the flight from San Diego to Philadelphia?

The average nonstop flight time from SAN to PHL is 45 minutes. Gate-to-gate time is usually 20–35 minutes longer; connecting itineraries add 1–4 hours depending on the layover.

Which airlines fly from San Diego to Philadelphia?

2 airlines serve this route nonstop: AA, US. Schedules and amenities differ by carrier — compare live frequencies and fare classes on Kayak before you book.

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Route insights: San Diego → Philadelphia

Route type
long-haul international
Time zone difference
3 hours ahead
Carbon footprint
~213 kg CO₂ per passenger (economy)
Route difficulty
5/10 — standard route
When to go
It's shoulder season in Philadelphia — often the best balance of weather and price.
Airport transfer
Most travelers reach the city center by taxi, airport shuttle, or public transit. Allow 30-60 minutes depending on traffic.
Route competitiveness
2 airlines fly direct — rank 26 of 55 routes from San Diego
Airline network
AA: 18 destinations from SAN; US: 9 destinations from SAN
Alternative origin airports
TIJ (Tijuana, 19 mi); SNA (Santa Ana, 76 mi); PSP (Palm Springs, 85 mi)
Alternative destination airports
EWR (Newark, 80 mi); BWI (Baltimore, 90 mi); JFK (New York, 94 mi)
Nearby destinations
Newark, United States (80 mi); Baltimore, United States (90 mi); New York, United States (94 mi)
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Data: OpenFlights public aviation database·Updated: 2026-08-19
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