Airport Comparison
| MER | SFO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Castle Airport | San Francisco International Airport |
| IATA Code | MER | SFO |
| ICAO Code | KMER | KSFO |
| City | Atwater | San Francisco |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 190 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.400000, -120.600000 | 37.620000, -122.380000 |
Atwater (MER) to San Francisco (SFO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Castle Airport (MER) in Atwater, United States to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 159 kilometers (99 miles / 86 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying west at a heading of 279°.
This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 03:43 in Atwater, it's 03:43 in San Francisco.
The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Atwater (MER) follows a heading of 98° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Castle Airport (MER) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.