The flight distance from Lahad Datu Airport (LDU) in Lahad Datu, Malaysia to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 12,168 kilometers (7,561 miles / 6,570 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 47°.

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 Malaysia with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:42 in Lahad Datu, it's 10:42 in San Francisco. With a 16-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 Lahad Datu (LDU) follows a heading of 293° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Lahad Datu Airport (LDU) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.