Airport Comparison
| SFO | SOW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | San Francisco International Airport | Show Low Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | SFO | SOW |
| ICAO Code | KSFO | KSOW |
| City | San Francisco | Show Low |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Phoenix |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 6,416 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.620000, -122.380000 | 34.270000, -110.010000 |
San Francisco (SFO) to Show Low (SOW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Show Low Regional Airport (SOW) in Show Low, United States is 1,173 kilometers (729 miles / 633 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying east southeast at a heading of 105°.
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. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 03:59 in San Francisco, it's 04:59 in Show Low.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,402 feet between the two airports. Show Low Regional Airport sits higher than San Francisco International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Show Low (SOW) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 292° (west 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 Show Low Regional Airport (SOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.