Airport Comparison
| AXL | SFO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Alexandria Homestead Airport | San Francisco International Airport |
| IATA Code | AXL | SFO |
| ICAO Code | YALX | KSFO |
| City | N/A | San Francisco |
| Country | Australia | United States |
| Timezone | Australia/Darwin | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 0 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | -19.060000, 136.710000 | 37.620000, -122.380000 |
Alexandria Homestead Airport (AXL) to San Francisco (SFO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Alexandria Homestead Airport (AXL) in Alexandria Homestead Airport, Australia to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 12,225 kilometers (7,596 miles / 6,601 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 56°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Australia with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:16 in Alexandria Homestead Airport, it's 21:46 in San Francisco. With a 17.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Alexandria Homestead Airport (AXL) follows a heading of 261° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Alexandria Homestead Airport (AXL) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.