The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Alert Bay Airport (YAL) in Alert Bay, Canada is 1,485 kilometers (923 miles / 802 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northwest at a heading of 347°.

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 an international route connecting United States with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:38 in San Francisco, it's 19:38 in Alert Bay.

The return flight from Alert Bay (YAL) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 164° (south southeast). 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 Alert Bay Airport (YAL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.