Airport Comparison
| FLW | SFO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Flores Airport | San Francisco International Airport |
| IATA Code | FLW | SFO |
| ICAO Code | LPFL | KSFO |
| City | Santa Cruz das Flores | San Francisco |
| Country | Portugal | United States |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Azores | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 112 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.460000, -31.130000 | 37.620000, -122.380000 |
Santa Cruz das Flores (FLW) to San Francisco (SFO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Flores Airport (FLW) in Santa Cruz das Flores, Portugal to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 7,561 kilometers (4,698 miles / 4,083 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west northwest at a heading of 301°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Portugal with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:52 in Santa Cruz das Flores, it's 03:52 in San Francisco. With a 7-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 Santa Cruz das Flores (FLW) follows a heading of 56° (east 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 Flores Airport (FLW) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.