Airport Comparison
| FRA | SAF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Frankfurt am Main International Airport | Santa Fe Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | FRA | SAF |
| ICAO Code | EDDF | KSAF |
| City | Frankfurt am Main | Santa Fe |
| Country | Germany | United States |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 364 ft | 6,349 ft |
| Coordinates | 50.030000, 8.540000 | 35.600000, -106.100000 |
Frankfurt am Main (FRA) to Santa Fe (SAF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) in Frankfurt am Main, Germany to Santa Fe Regional Airport (SAF) in Santa Fe, United States is 8,540 kilometers (5,306 miles / 4,611 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.
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 Germany 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 23:18 in Frankfurt am Main, it's 15:18 in Santa Fe. With a 8-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 5,985 feet between the two airports. Santa Fe Regional Airport sits higher than Frankfurt am Main International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Santa Fe (SAF) to Frankfurt am Main (FRA) follows a heading of 37° (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 Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) and Santa Fe Regional Airport (SAF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.