RAF
Rafaela
Argentina
9,928 km
6,169 miles
SFO
San Francisco
United States
Distance
9,928 km
6,169 mi / 5,361 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
America/Argentina/Cordoba
Heading
316°
northwest

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RAF SFO
Airport Name Rafaela Airport San Francisco International Airport
IATA Code RAF SFO
ICAO Code SAFR KSFO
City Rafaela San Francisco
Country Argentina United States
Timezone America/Argentina/Cordoba America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 325 ft 13 ft
Coordinates -31.280000, -61.500000 37.620000, -122.380000

Rafaela (RAF) to San Francisco (SFO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Rafaela Airport (RAF) in Rafaela, Argentina to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 9,928 kilometers (6,169 miles / 5,361 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 316°.

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 Argentina 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 08:30 in Rafaela, it's 03:30 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 Rafaela (RAF) follows a heading of 132° (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 Rafaela Airport (RAF) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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