The flight distance from Bou Saada Airport (BUJ) in Bou Saada Airport, Algeria to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 10,213 kilometers (6,346 miles / 5,514 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:57 in Bou Saada Airport, it's 00:57 in San Francisco. With a 9-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 1,493 feet between the two airports. San Francisco International Airport sits lower than Bou Saada Airport.

The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Bou Saada Airport (BUJ) follows a heading of 41° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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