The flight distance from Matari Airport (IRP) in Matari Airport, DR Congo to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 14,556 kilometers (9,045 miles / 7,859 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.

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 DR Congo 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 09:21 in Matari Airport, it's 23:21 in San Francisco. With a 10-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 2,425 feet between the two airports. San Francisco International Airport sits lower than Matari Airport.

The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Matari Airport (IRP) 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 Matari Airport (IRP) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.