Distance from Phoenix to San Diego by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Phoenix (AZ) to San Diego (CA) is 299 miles or 481 kilometers or 260 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Phoenix to San Diego is 354 miles (571 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 55 miles or 90 km.

Phoenix to San Diego Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Phoenix, AZ and San Diego, CA
This map shows the distance from Phoenix, AZ, Usa to San Diego, CA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Phoenix, Arizona to San Diego, California is displayed below.

Driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to San Diego, CA

The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to San Diego, California is 354 miles or 571 km.
The total driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to San Diego, CA is 354 miles or 571 kilometers. Your trip begins in Phoenix, Arizona. It ends in San Diego, California.
The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to San Diego, California is approximately 354 miles (571 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 6 to 7 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Phoenix, AZ to San Diego, CA

How long is the drive from Phoenix, AZ to San Diego, CA?
The total driving time is 6 hours, 33 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Phoenix to San Diego take?
Phoenix and San Diego are 6 hours 33 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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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 Phoenix and San Diego

Time difference between Phoenix (AZ) and San Diego (CA) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in Phoenix	Current local time in San Diego
2026-03-31, 20:27:54 MST	2026-03-31, 20:27:54 PDT

How Far is it Between Phoenix Arizona, USA and San Diego California, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Phoenix, AZ and San Diego, CA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	354 mi	571 km	307.41 nmi
Straight line distance	299 mi	481 km	260 nmi
Difference	55 mi	90 km	47 nmi

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