Airport Comparison
| RBF | SFO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Big Bear City Airport | San Francisco International Airport |
| IATA Code | RBF | SFO |
| ICAO Code | KL35 | KSFO |
| City | Big Bear City | San Francisco |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 6,752 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | 34.260000, -116.860000 | 37.620000, -122.380000 |
Big Bear City (RBF) to San Francisco (SFO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Big Bear City Airport (RBF) in Big Bear City, United States to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 622 kilometers (386 miles / 336 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 00:57 in Big Bear City, it's 00:57 in San Francisco.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,739 feet between the two airports. San Francisco International Airport sits lower than Big Bear City Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Big Bear City (RBF) 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 Big Bear City Airport (RBF) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.