SAN to LAX Route Guide
San Diego, United States → Los Angeles, United States
Quick answer
KSAN (San Diego, United States) to KLAX (Los Angeles, United States) is a 95 NM (176 km / 109 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 320° (NW). Typical cruise altitude FL80, expected flight time 56m, common aircraft: Cessna 172, Piper PA-28, Cirrus SR22.
Distance
95 NM
176 km / 109 mi
Initial Bearing
320° (NW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL80
8,000 ft
Block Time
56m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
1,785 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
17 ft
KSAN
Arrival Elevation
128 ft
KLAX
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 95 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Cessna 172
- Piper PA-28
- Cirrus SR22
- King Air 200
Weather considerations
Pilots flying SAN-LAX should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between SAN and LAX?
95 nautical miles (176 km / 109 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from San Diego to Los Angeles?
Approximately 56m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly SAN-LAX?
Common types include Cessna 172, Piper PA-28, Cirrus SR22, King Air 200 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL80 (8,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
320° true (NW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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