Mexico City to San Diego (NLU–SAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
NLU–SAN is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Sun Country Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,436 miles in approximately 3h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 1 | 738 | 3h55 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach San Diego from Mexico City
| Metric | NLU→SAN | TLC→SAN |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from NLU | – | 46 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 1 | – |
| Flight time | 3h 55m | 3h 18m |
Travel Essentials
NLU: CST · SAN: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Mexico City, it's 5:00 PM in San Diego.
Mexican passport holders need a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. The visa is obtained through a US embassy or consulate and requires an in-person interview. B1/B2 visas are typically issued for 10 years with stays of up to 6 months per entry.
For land crossings within the border zone, a Border Crossing Card (BCC) is an alternative. The BCC costs USD 185 and is valid for 10 years. It allows entry up to 25 miles from the border in Texas and California, or 55 miles in New Mexico and Arizona. Travel by air or beyond the border zone requires a full B1/B2 visa with a valid passport.
NLU–SAN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from NLU to SAN
Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) are connected by nonstop service from Sun Country Airlines. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
NLU to SAN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from NLU to SAN is about 3 hours 55 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,436 miles (2,311 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Los Cabos, George Bush Intercontinental and Los Angeles. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Toluca (TLC).