SAN to OAX Turbulence Forecast
Is the San Diego to Oaxaca flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.
Typical turbulence along the route
Historical average pattern for SAN–OAX
About the SAN–OAX route
The San Diego to Oaxaca domestic route is generally one of the smoother flights in the US network, covering 1,676 miles at around 35,000 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 Aeromexico, Volaris, Vivaaerobus on Embraer 190 · ATR 72 · Boeing 737 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 35,000 feet over a distance of 1,676 miles (1,456 nautical miles).
💡 Tip: Domestic routes are generally smoother. Mountain crossings are the main turbulence source.
San Diego to Oaxaca Flight Time
How long is the flight from SAN to OAX?
The San Diego (SAN) to Oaxaca (OAX) flight takes approximately 3h 15m, covering 1,676 miles (1,456 nautical miles) at 35,000 feet. The route is operated by Aeromexico, Volaris, Vivaaerobus. Actual flight time may vary by 10–20 minutes depending on wind conditions and routing.
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- 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
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