SAN to MIA Route Guide
San Diego, United States → Miami, United States
Quick answer
KSAN (San Diego, United States) to KMIA (Miami, United States) is a 1,967 NM (3,643 km / 2,264 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 92° (E). Typical cruise altitude FL350, expected flight time 4h 47m, common aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo.
Distance
1,967 NM
3,643 km / 2,264 mi
Initial Bearing
92° (E)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL350
35,000 ft
Block Time
4h 47m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
7,401 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
17 ft
KSAN
Arrival Elevation
8 ft
KMIA
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 1,967 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 737-800
- Airbus A320neo
- Airbus A321neo
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
Weather considerations
Pilots flying SAN-MIA should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between SAN and MIA?
1,967 nautical miles (3,643 km / 2,264 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from San Diego to Miami?
Approximately 4h 47m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly SAN-MIA?
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?
92° true (E). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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