Distance from San Diego to Kansas City by Car and Plane
The flight distance from San Diego (CA) to Kansas City (MO) is 1336 miles or 2150 kilometers or 1161 nautical miles.
Driving distance from San Diego to Kansas City is 1600 miles (2576 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 264 miles or 426 km.
Flight distance from San Diego, CA to Kansas City, MO in miles and km?
The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between San Diego and Kansas City is 1336 miles or 2150 km.The nearest airport to San Diego, is San Diego International Airport (SAN) and the nearest airport to Kansas City, is Kansas City International Airport (MCI).
What is the average flight time from San Diego to Kansas City?
Flight time from San Diego, CA to Kansas City, MO 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.
San Diego to Kansas City Flight Route Map
Map Showing the Distance Between San Diego, CA and Kansas City, MOThis map shows the distance from San Diego, CA, Usa to Kansas City, MO, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from San Diego, California to Kansas City, Missouri is displayed below.
Driving distance from San Diego, CA to Kansas City, MO
The driving distance from San Diego, California to Kansas City, Missouri is 1600 miles or 2576 km.
The total driving distance from San Diego, CA to Kansas City, MO is 1600 miles or 2576 kilometers. Your trip begins in San Diego, California. It ends in Kansas City, Missouri.
The driving distance from San Diego, California to Kansas City, Missouri is approximately 1600 miles (2576 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 San Diego, CA to Kansas City, MO
How long is the drive from San Diego, CA to Kansas City, MO?The total driving time is 28 hours, 47 minutes.
How long does a car ride from San Diego to Kansas City take?
San Diego and Kansas City are 28 hours 47 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 Kansas City
Time difference between San Diego (CA) and Kansas City (MO) is 3 Hours.
Kansas City time is 3 Hours ahead of San Diego.
| Current local time in San Diego | Current local time in Kansas City |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-18, 15:50:02 PST | 2025-12-18, 18:50:02 EST |
How Far is it Between San Diego California, USA and Kansas City Missouri, USA?
You can compare air and road distance between San Diego, CA and Kansas City, MO in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.
| Distance type | Miles | Kilometers | Nautical miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driving distance | 1600 mi | 2576 km | 1389.44 nmi |
| Straight line distance | 1336 mi | 2150 km | 1161 nmi |
| Difference | 264 mi | 426 km | 228 nmi |
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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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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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between San Diego, CA and Kansas City, MO
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48 km/h) | 53 hours 40 minutes |
| 40 mph (64 km/h) | 40 hours 15 minutes |
| 45 mph (72 km/h) | 35 hours 46 minutes |
| 50 mph (80 km/h) | 32 hours 12 minutes |
| 55 mph (88 km/h) | 29 hours 16 minutes |
| 60 mph (96 km/h) | 26 hours 50 minutes |
| 65 mph (104 km/h) | 24 hours 46 minutes |
| 70 mph (112 km/h) | 23 hours 0 minutes |
| 75 mph (120 km/h) | 21 hours 28 minutes |
| 80 mph (128 km/h) | 20 hours 7 minutes |
| 85 mph (136 km/h) | 18 hours 56 minutes |