Distance from San Diego to Rome

The distance between San Diego, United States and Rome, Italy is 10,278 kilometers (6,387 miles).

San Diego, California, United States

Rome, Lazio, Italy

San Diego is located on the west coast of the United States, while Rome is situated in central Italy, across the Atlantic Ocean and the European continent. The straight-line distance between them is 10,278 kilometers, heading northeast.

Both cities are at a similar altitude, with San Diego at 20 meters above sea level and Rome at 52 meters.

Travel information

Summary

The trip from San Diego to Rome crosses the Atlantic Ocean, passing over North America and Europe, with Rome's ancient landmarks as a highlight.

Best time to travel

Spring and fall are ideal for visiting Rome due to mild temperatures and fewer tourists, while summer offers vibrant cultural events.

Climate

Rome has a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters, contrasting with San Diego's semi-arid climate with mild, dry summers.

Accessibility

Rome offers extensive public transport and historic sites with improved access, differing from San Diego's modern infrastructure and car dependency.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Airplane 16-18 hours
Jet fighter 10-12 hours
Speed Time
300 km/h
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)
Rome, Italy

Local time:

Time Zone: Europe/Rome

Coordinates: 41.8919° N 12.5113° E

Elevation: 52 m (171 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Roma Ciampino Airport (CIA)
  • Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
  • Latina Air Base (QLT)
  • Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport (PEG)
  • Pescara International Airport (PSR)

Other distances from San Diego

Distance 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

Other distances from Rome

Distances between cities Kilometers
From Rome to Milan 479 km
From Rome to Naples 187 km
From Rome to Turin 526 km
From Rome to Palermo 425 km
From Rome to Genoa 403 km

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