The flight distance from Bakalalan Airport (BKM) in Bakalalan, Malaysia to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 12,467 kilometers (7,746 miles / 6,731 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

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 Malaysia with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:59 in Bakalalan, it's 00:59 in San Francisco. With a 16-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,887 feet between the two airports. San Francisco International Airport sits lower than Bakalalan Airport.

The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Bakalalan (BKM) follows a heading of 294° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Bakalalan Airport (BKM) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.