Distance from Mesa to San Diego (United States)

The distance between Mesa, Arizona and San Diego, California is 505 kilometers (314 miles).

Mesa, Arizona, United States

San Diego, California, United States

Mesa is located in the southwestern United States, while San Diego is situated along the Pacific coast, both within the state of Arizona and California respectively. The straight-line distance between them is 505 kilometers, heading west.

Mesa is situated at an altitude of 380 meters above sea level, while San Diego is at only 20 meters.

Driving route

The drive from Mesa to San Diego covers approximately 536 kilometers, primarily via I-8 W, passing through desert landscapes and the Imperial Valley before reaching the coastal city of San Diego.

Lugares de interés en la ruta: Imperial Sand Dunes, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, Salton Sea.

Travel information

Summary

The trip from Mesa to San Diego transitions from desert terrain to coastal regions, with landmarks like the Imperial Sand Dunes and the Anza-Borrego Desert.

Best time to travel

Travel in spring or fall for moderate temperatures and fewer tourists, or in winter for off-peak rates and less crowded attractions.

Climate

San Diego generally has a milder coastal climate compared to the hotter desert climate of Mesa, with more humidity and cooler temperatures year-round.

Accessibility

San Diego offers extensive public transportation and accessible facilities, which may be more developed compared to Mesa's infrastructure.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Bicycle 1 day
Motorcycle 6-8 hours
Car 5-6 hours
Helicopter 2-3 hours
Airplane 45-60 minutes
Speed Time
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Mesa, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Phoenix

Coordinates: 33.4223° N 111.8226° W

Elevation: 380 m (1,247 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Falcon Field (MSC)
  • Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
  • Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (IWA)
  • Phoenix-Mesa-Gateway Airport (AZA)
  • Scottsdale Airport (SCF)
San Diego, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Los_Angeles

Coordinates: 32.7157° N 117.1647° W

Elevation: 20 m (66 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • San Diego International Airport (SAN)
  • Naval Air Station North Island (NZY)
  • Montgomery Field Airport (MYF)
  • Ream Field (NRS)
  • Miramar Marine Corps Air Station (NKX)

Other distances from Mesa

Distance between cities Kilometers
From Mesa to New York City 3,431 km
From Mesa to Los Angeles 599 km
From Mesa to Chicago 2,319 km
From Mesa to Houston 1,612 km
From Mesa to Phoenix 24 km

Other distances from San Diego

Distances between cities Kilometers
From San Diego to New York City 3,916 km
From San Diego to Los Angeles 179 km
From San Diego to Chicago 2,790 km
From San Diego to Houston 2,099 km
From San Diego to Phoenix 482 km

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