SAN to DFW Route Guide
San Diego, United States → Dallas, United States
Quick answer
KSAN (San Diego, United States) to KDFW (Dallas, United States) is a 1,015 NM (1,880 km / 1,168 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 84° (E). Typical cruise altitude FL350, expected flight time 2h 40m, common aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo.
Distance
1,015 NM
1,880 km / 1,168 mi
Initial Bearing
84° (E)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL350
35,000 ft
Block Time
2h 40m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
4,545 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
17 ft
KSAN
Arrival Elevation
607 ft
KDFW
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 1,015 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 737-800
- Airbus A320neo
- Airbus A321neo
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
Weather considerations
Pilots flying SAN-DFW should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between SAN and DFW?
1,015 nautical miles (1,880 km / 1,168 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from San Diego to Dallas?
Approximately 2h 40m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly SAN-DFW?
Common types include Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo, Boeing 737 MAX 8 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL350 (35,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
84° true (E). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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