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How long is the flight from New York to San Francisco?

JFKNew York
SFOSan Francisco
Flight Time
5 h 7 min
Distance
4,156km

2,583 miles

Departure
05:53
Arrival
08:00
From

JFKNew York

John F Kennedy International Airport

Departure 05:53 · America/New_York

To

SFOSan Francisco

San Francisco International Airport

Arrival 08:00 · America/Los_Angeles

Route Details

The flight from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco covers a distance of approximately 4,156 kilometers (2,583 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 5 h 7 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.

Time Zone Information

Departure Time Zone
America/New_York
Arrival Time Zone
America/Los_Angeles

Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from New York to San Francisco?

A direct flight from New York to San Francisco takes around 5 h 7 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from New York to San Francisco?

The distance from New York to San Francisco is about 4,156 kilometers (2,583 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from New York to San Francisco?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 5 h 7 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.

Return Flight

Travelling the other way? Check the flight time from San Francisco to New York.