Distance from San Diego to Gilbert by Car and Plane

The flight distance from San Diego (CA) to Gilbert (AZ) is 315 miles or 506 kilometers or 273 nautical miles.
Driving distance from San Diego to Gilbert is 370 miles (597 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 55 miles or 91 km.

Flight distance from San Diego, CA to Gilbert, AZ in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between San Diego and Gilbert is 315 miles or 506 km.
The nearest airport to San Diego, is San Diego International Airport (SAN) and the nearest airport to Gilbert, is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).

What is the average flight time from San Diego to Gilbert?

Flight time from San Diego, CA to Gilbert, AZ is 0 hours 43 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

San Diego to Gilbert Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from San Diego, CA to Gilbert, AZ

The driving distance from San Diego, California to Gilbert, Arizona is 370 miles or 597 km.
The total driving distance from San Diego, CA to Gilbert, AZ is 370 miles or 597 kilometers. Your trip begins in San Diego, California. It ends in Gilbert, Arizona.
The driving distance from San Diego, California to Gilbert, Arizona is approximately 370 miles (597 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 San Diego, CA to Gilbert, AZ

How long is the drive from San Diego, CA to Gilbert, AZ?
The total driving time is 6 hours, 50 minutes.
How long does a car ride from San Diego to Gilbert take?
San Diego and Gilbert are 6 hours 50 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 San Diego and Gilbert

Time difference between San Diego (CA) and Gilbert (AZ) is 1 Hours.
Gilbert time is 1 Hours ahead of San Diego.

Current local time in San DiegoCurrent local time in Gilbert
2025-12-14, 18:51:54 PST2025-12-14, 19:51:54 MST
How Far is it Between San Diego California, USA and Gilbert Arizona, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 370 mi 597 km 321.31 nmi
Straight line distance 315 mi 506 km 273 nmi
Difference 55 mi 91 km 48 nmi

San Diego Details

San Diego is located in California, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 32° 42' 55.2'' Longitude: W 117° 9' 26.1''
Latitude32.71533
Longitude-117.15726
StateCalifornia
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Gilbert Details

Gilbert is located in Arizona, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 33° 21' 10.2'' Longitude: W 111° 47' 20.5''
Latitude33.35283
Longitude-111.78903
StateArizona
Nearest airports to Gilbert

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between San Diego, CA and Gilbert, AZ
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 12 hours 26 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 9 hours 19 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 8 hours 17 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 7 hours 27 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 6 hours 47 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 6 hours 13 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 5 hours 44 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 5 hours 19 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 4 hours 58 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 4 hours 39 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 4 hours 23 minutes