How long is the flight from New York to San Francisco?
🛫 From
New York
John F Kennedy International Airport
JFK | US
Departure: 06:44 AM EDT
🛬 To
San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport
SFO | US
Arrival: 08:51 AM PDT
⏱️ Flight Time
5h 7m
📍 Distance
4,156 kilometers
(2,583 miles)
Route Details
The flight from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco covers a distance of approximately 4,156 kilometers (2,583 miles).
Direct flights typically take around 5h 7m, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.
Time Zone Information
Departure Time Zone
America/New_York
Arrival Time Zone
America/Los_Angeles
Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the flight from New York to San Francisco?
A direct flight from New York to San Francisco takes around 5h 7m. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.
What is the distance from New York to San Francisco?
The distance from New York to San Francisco is about 4,156 kilometers (2,583 miles) as the crow flies.
Is there a direct flight from New York to San Francisco?
Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 5h 7m. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.
Return Flight
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