Airport Comparison
| MIP | SFO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mitzpe Ramon Airfield | San Francisco International Airport |
| IATA Code | MIP | SFO |
| ICAO Code | LLMR | KSFO |
| City | Mitzpe Ramon | San Francisco |
| Country | Israel | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Jerusalem | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 2,556 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | 30.650000, 34.810000 | 37.620000, -122.380000 |
Mitzpe Ramon (MIP) to San Francisco (SFO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mitzpe Ramon Airfield (MIP) in Mitzpe Ramon, Israel to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 12,062 kilometers (7,495 miles / 6,513 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 341°.
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 Israel 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 15:13 in Mitzpe Ramon, it's 05:13 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 2,543 feet between the two airports. San Francisco International Airport sits lower than Mitzpe Ramon Airfield.
The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Mitzpe Ramon (MIP) follows a heading of 21° (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 Mitzpe Ramon Airfield (MIP) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.