The flight distance from Khashm El Girba Airport (GBU) in Khashm El Girba, Sudan to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 13,746 kilometers (8,541 miles / 7,422 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northwest at a heading of 339°.

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 Sudan 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 08:26 in Khashm El Girba, it's 23:26 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 1,547 feet between the two airports. San Francisco International Airport sits lower than Khashm El Girba Airport.

The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Khashm El Girba (GBU) follows a heading of 25° (north 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 Khashm El Girba Airport (GBU) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.