The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Tanjore Air Force Base (TJV) in Thanjavur, India is 14,193 kilometers (8,819 miles / 7,663 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 333°.

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 India. 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 00:20 in San Francisco, it's 13:50 in Thanjavur. With a 13.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Thanjavur (TJV) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 21° (north northeast). 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 Tanjore Air Force Base (TJV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.