Airport Comparison
| MCI | SFO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kansas City International Airport | San Francisco International Airport |
| IATA Code | MCI | SFO |
| ICAO Code | KMCI | KSFO |
| City | Kansas City | San Francisco |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 1,027 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.300000, -94.710000 | 37.620000, -122.380000 |
Kansas City (MCI) to San Francisco (SFO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) in Kansas City, United States to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 2,407 kilometers (1,496 miles / 1,300 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west at a heading of 274°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 04:33 in Kansas City, it's 02:33 in San Francisco.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,014 feet between the two airports. San Francisco International Airport sits lower than Kansas City International Airport.
The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Kansas City (MCI) follows a heading of 77° (east 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 Kansas City International Airport (MCI) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.