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Flight Distance from San Diego (SAN) to London, Essex (STN)
Comprehensive aviation route data, direct distance, flight duration, CO₂ footprint, passport visa rules and interactive map.
Origin Airport
SANKSAN
San Diego, United States
San Diego International Airport
Great Circle Path
8,814 km5,477 miles • 4,759 NM
Destination Airport
EGSSSTN
London, Essex, United Kingdom
London Stansted Airport
Direct Distance
8,814 km
5,477 Statute Miles
4,759 Nautical Miles
Commercial Flight
10h 52m
Est. non-stop flight duration (~850 km/h cruising speed + buffer)
CO₂ Footprint
793 kg
Estimated carbon footprint per economy passenger (~90g CO₂/km)
Initial Heading
34° True
Initial compass bearing towards destination
Estimated Travel Duration by Aircraft Class
Commercial Jet (Boeing 787 / A350)
10h 52m
Speed: ~850 km/h (459 knots)
Business Jet (Gulfstream G650)
10h 5m
Speed: ~920 km/h (496 knots)
Turboprop Aircraft (ATR-72 / Q400)
17h 27m
Speed: ~520 km/h (280 knots)
Passport & Visa Entry Requirements
🇺🇸 United States→🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Allowed Stay180 days
Passport Validity Required6 months
💡 Official Note: Visa free tourism up to 6 months.
This information is provided for general guidance only and does not replace official verification with an embassy, consulate, or the IATA Travel Centre before you travel.
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Flight Path & Geodetic Arc Map
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Departure Airport Specs
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
- City / Country: San Diego, United States
- ICAO Code: KSAN
- Coordinates: 32.7336°, -117.1900°
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Elevation: 17 ft
Arrival Airport Specs
London Stansted Airport (STN)
- City / Country: London, Essex, United Kingdom
- ICAO Code: EGSS
- Coordinates: 51.8850°, 0.2350°
- Timezone: Europe/London
- Elevation: 348 ft
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