Airport Comparison
| PHF | SFO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport | San Francisco International Airport |
| IATA Code | PHF | SFO |
| ICAO Code | KPHF | KSFO |
| City | Newport News | San Francisco |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 42 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.130000, -76.490000 | 37.620000, -122.380000 |
Newport News (PHF) to San Francisco (SFO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport (PHF) in Newport News, United States to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 4,014 kilometers (2,494 miles / 2,167 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 285°.
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 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 3-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 05:07 in Newport News, it's 02:07 in San Francisco. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Newport News (PHF) follows a heading of 76° (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 Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport (PHF) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.