The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Taif Airport (TIF) in Taif Airport, Saudi Arabia is 13,205 kilometers (8,205 miles / 7,130 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northeast at a heading of 18°.

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 Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:00 in San Francisco, it's 12:00 in Taif Airport. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,835 feet between the two airports. Taif Airport sits higher than San Francisco International Airport.

The return flight from Taif Airport (TIF) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 345° (north 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 Taif Airport (TIF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.