Distance from Philadelphia to Santa Ana by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Philadelphia (PA) to Santa Ana (CA) is 2377 miles or 3825 kilometers or 2064 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Philadelphia to Santa Ana is 2711 miles (4364 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 334 miles or 539 km.

Flight distance from Philadelphia, PA to Santa Ana, CA in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Philadelphia and Santa Ana is 2377 miles or 3825 km.
The nearest airport to Philadelphia, is Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and the nearest airport to Santa Ana, is Ontario International Airport (ONT).

What is the average flight time from Philadelphia to Santa Ana?

Flight time from Philadelphia, PA to Santa Ana, CA is 5 hours 27 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Philadelphia to Santa Ana Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Philadelphia, PA and Santa Ana, CA
This map shows the distance from Philadelphia, PA, Usa to Santa Ana, CA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Santa Ana, California is displayed below.

Driving distance from Philadelphia, PA to Santa Ana, CA

The driving distance from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Santa Ana, California is 2711 miles or 4364 km.
The total driving distance from Philadelphia, PA to Santa Ana, CA is 2711 miles or 4364 kilometers. Your trip begins in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It ends in Santa Ana, California.
The driving distance from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Santa Ana, California is approximately 2711 miles (4364 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 48 to 49 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Philadelphia, PA to Santa Ana, CA

How long is the drive from Philadelphia, PA to Santa Ana, CA?
The total driving time is 48 hours, 26 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Philadelphia to Santa Ana take?
Philadelphia and Santa Ana are 48 hours 26 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Philadelphia and Santa Ana

Time difference between Philadelphia (PA) and Santa Ana (CA) is 3 Hours.
Santa Ana time is 3 Hours behind Philadelphia.

Current local time in PhiladelphiaCurrent local time in Santa Ana
2025-12-22, 04:38:07 EST2025-12-22, 01:38:07 PST
How Far is it Between Philadelphia Pennsylvania, USA and Santa Ana California, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Philadelphia, PA and Santa Ana, CA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 2711 mi 4364 km 2354.23 nmi
Straight line distance 2377 mi 3825 km 2064 nmi
Difference 334 mi 539 km 290 nmi

Philadelphia Details

Philadelphia is located in Pennsylvania, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 39° 57' 8.4'' Longitude: W 75° 9' 49.6''
Latitude39.95234
Longitude-75.16379
StatePennsylvania
Nearest airports to Philadelphia

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Santa Ana Details

Santa Ana is located in California, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 33° 44' 44.1'' Longitude: W 117° 52' 4.2''
Latitude33.74557
Longitude-117.86783
StateCalifornia
Nearest airports to Santa Ana

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Philadelphia, PA and Santa Ana, CA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 90 hours 55 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 68 hours 11 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 60 hours 36 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 54 hours 33 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 49 hours 35 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 45 hours 27 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 41 hours 57 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 38 hours 57 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 36 hours 22 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 34 hours 5 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 32 hours 5 minutes