The flight distance from Raton Municipal/Crews Field (RTN) in Raton, United States to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 1,585 kilometers (985 miles / 856 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west at a heading of 279°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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 1-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 04:15 in Raton, it's 03:15 in San Francisco.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,339 feet between the two airports. San Francisco International Airport sits lower than Raton Municipal/Crews Field. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Raton (RTN) follows a heading of 88° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Raton Municipal/Crews Field (RTN) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.