Airport Comparison
| CYW | SFO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Captain Rogelio Castillo National Airport | San Francisco International Airport |
| IATA Code | CYW | SFO |
| ICAO Code | MMCY | KSFO |
| City | Celaya | San Francisco |
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 5,709 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.550000, -100.890000 | 37.620000, -122.380000 |
Celaya (CYW) to San Francisco (SFO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Captain Rogelio Castillo National Airport (CYW) in Celaya, Mexico to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 2,809 kilometers (1,745 miles / 1,517 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 317°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Mexico with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:06 in Celaya, it's 07:06 in San Francisco.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,696 feet between the two airports. San Francisco International Airport sits lower than Captain Rogelio Castillo National Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Celaya (CYW) follows a heading of 126° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Captain Rogelio Castillo National Airport (CYW) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.