Airport Comparison
| SFO | SMB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | San Francisco International Airport | Franco Bianco Airport |
| IATA Code | SFO | SMB |
| ICAO Code | KSFO | SCSB |
| City | San Francisco | Cerro Sombrero |
| Country | United States | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Punta_Arenas |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 104 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.620000, -122.380000 | -52.740000, -69.330000 |
San Francisco (SFO) to Cerro Sombrero (SMB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Franco Bianco Airport (SMB) in Cerro Sombrero, Chile is 11,275 kilometers (7,006 miles / 6,088 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying south southeast at a heading of 150°.
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 United States with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:35 in San Francisco, it's 04:35 in Cerro Sombrero. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Cerro Sombrero (SMB) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 320° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Franco Bianco Airport (SMB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.