PHX to SAN Turbulence Forecast
Is the Phoenix to San Diego flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.
Typical turbulence along the route
Historical average pattern for PHX–SAN
About the PHX–SAN route
The Phoenix to San Diego domestic route is generally one of the smoother flights in the US network, covering 349 miles at around 30,000 feet. Turbulence is most common when weather systems cross the Midwest or when the flight path skirts the Rocky Mountains. Short duration means any rough patches pass quickly.
The route is served by Southwest, American, United on Boeing 737 · Airbus A320 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 30,000 feet over a distance of 349 miles (303 nautical miles).
💡 Tip: Domestic routes are generally smoother. Mountain crossings are the main turbulence source.
Turbulence levels on PHX–SAN
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Turbulence by month
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Boeing 737-800
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Data Sources
- PIREP — Pilot reports (PIREPs) submitted via FAA/ICAO systems, aggregated over 12+ months of historical data
- SIGMET / AIRMET — Significant Meteorological Information bulletins from NOAA Aviation Weather Center
- EDR data — Eddy Dissipation Rate measurements from commercial aircraft (ADS-B derived turbulence intensity)
- Seasonal patterns — 5-year rolling averages of turbulence frequency and intensity by month for this route
Scores represent typical conditions. Actual turbulence varies daily. For real-time forecasts, use the Turbulence Forecast app. · About our data