Distance from Kansas City to San Diego by Car and Plane
The flight distance from Kansas City (MO) to San Diego (CA) is 1336 miles or 2150 kilometers or 1161 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Kansas City to San Diego is 1600 miles (2575 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 264 miles or 425 km.
Flight distance from Kansas City, MO to San Diego, CA in miles and km?
The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Kansas City and San Diego is 1336 miles or 2150 km.The nearest airport to Kansas City, is Kansas City International Airport (MCI) and the nearest airport to San Diego, is San Diego International Airport (SAN).
What is the average flight time from Kansas City to San Diego?
Flight time from Kansas City, MO to San Diego, CA is 3 hours 4 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.
Kansas City to San Diego Flight Route Map
Map Showing the Distance Between Kansas City, MO and San Diego, CAThis map shows the distance from Kansas City, MO, Usa to San Diego, CA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Kansas City, Missouri to San Diego, California is displayed below.
Driving distance from Kansas City, MO to San Diego, CA
The driving distance from Kansas City, Missouri to San Diego, California is 1600 miles or 2575 km.
The total driving distance from Kansas City, MO to San Diego, CA is 1600 miles or 2575 kilometers. Your trip begins in Kansas City, Missouri. It ends in San Diego, California.
The driving distance from Kansas City, Missouri to San Diego, California is approximately 1600 miles (2575 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 28 to 29 hours under normal conditions.
Driving time from Kansas City, MO to San Diego, CA
How long is the drive from Kansas City, MO to San Diego, CA?The total driving time is 28 hours, 45 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Kansas City to San Diego take?
Kansas City and San Diego are 28 hours 45 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.
Time Difference between Kansas City and San Diego
Time difference between Kansas City (MO) and San Diego (CA) is 3 Hours.
San Diego time is 3 Hours behind Kansas City.
| Current local time in Kansas City | Current local time in San Diego |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-18, 18:50:01 EST | 2025-12-18, 15:50:01 PST |
How Far is it Between Kansas City Missouri, USA and San Diego California, USA?
You can compare air and road distance between Kansas City, MO and San Diego, CA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.
| Distance type | Miles | Kilometers | Nautical miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driving distance | 1600 mi | 2575 km | 1389.44 nmi |
| Straight line distance | 1336 mi | 2150 km | 1161 nmi |
| Difference | 264 mi | 425 km | 228 nmi |
Kansas City Details
Kansas City is located in Missouri, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 39° 7' 30.6'' Longitude: W 94° 33' 1.1'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 39.12516 |
| Longitude | -94.55031 |
| State | Missouri |
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San Diego Details
San Diego is located in California, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 32° 42' 55.2'' Longitude: W 117° 9' 26.1'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 32.71533 |
| Longitude | -117.15726 |
| State | California |
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Kansas City, MO and San Diego, CA
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48 km/h) | 53 hours 38 minutes |
| 40 mph (64 km/h) | 40 hours 14 minutes |
| 45 mph (72 km/h) | 35 hours 45 minutes |
| 50 mph (80 km/h) | 32 hours 11 minutes |
| 55 mph (88 km/h) | 29 hours 15 minutes |
| 60 mph (96 km/h) | 26 hours 49 minutes |
| 65 mph (104 km/h) | 24 hours 45 minutes |
| 70 mph (112 km/h) | 22 hours 59 minutes |
| 75 mph (120 km/h) | 21 hours 27 minutes |
| 80 mph (128 km/h) | 20 hours 7 minutes |
| 85 mph (136 km/h) | 18 hours 56 minutes |