The flight distance from Kiruna Airport (KRN) in Kiruna Airport, Sweden to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 7,883 kilometers (4,898 miles / 4,256 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.

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 Sweden 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 09:58 in Kiruna Airport, it's 00:58 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 1,495 feet between the two airports. San Francisco International Airport sits lower than Kiruna Airport.

The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Kiruna Airport (KRN) follows a heading of 14° (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 Kiruna Airport (KRN) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.