Airport Comparison
| POA | SFO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Salgado Filho Airport | San Francisco International Airport |
| IATA Code | POA | SFO |
| ICAO Code | SBPA | KSFO |
| City | Porto Alegre | San Francisco |
| Country | Brazil | United States |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 11 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | -29.990000, -51.170000 | 37.620000, -122.380000 |
Porto Alegre (POA) to San Francisco (SFO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Salgado Filho Airport (POA) in Porto Alegre, Brazil to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 10,544 kilometers (6,552 miles / 5,693 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.
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 Brazil with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:16 in Porto Alegre, it's 04:16 in San Francisco. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Porto Alegre (POA) follows a heading of 125° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Salgado Filho Airport (POA) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.