The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Yengema Airport (WYE) in Yengema, Sierra Leone is 11,248 kilometers (6,989 miles / 6,073 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east northeast at a heading of 70°.

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 Sierra Leone. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:03 in San Francisco, it's 09:03 in Yengema. With a 8-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 1,287 feet between the two airports. Yengema Airport sits higher than San Francisco International Airport.

The return flight from Yengema (WYE) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 311° (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 Yengema Airport (WYE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.