The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Surat Thani Airport (URT) in Surat Thani, Thailand is 13,260 kilometers (8,240 miles / 7,160 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.

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 Thailand. 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 02:16 in San Francisco, it's 17:16 in Surat Thani. With a 15-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 Surat Thani (URT) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 37° (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 Surat Thani Airport (URT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.