The flight distance from Conselheiro Lafaiete Airport (QDF) in Conselheiro Lafaiete, Brazil to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 10,451 kilometers (6,494 miles / 5,643 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.

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 04:20 in Conselheiro Lafaiete, it's 23:20 in San Francisco. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,465 feet between the two airports. San Francisco International Airport sits lower than Conselheiro Lafaiete Airport.

The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Conselheiro Lafaiete (QDF) follows a heading of 113° (east 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 Conselheiro Lafaiete Airport (QDF) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.