Airport Comparison
| AAZ | SFO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Quezaltenango Airport | San Francisco International Airport |
| IATA Code | AAZ | SFO |
| ICAO Code | MGQZ | KSFO |
| City | Quezaltenango | San Francisco |
| Country | Guatemala | United States |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 7,779 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | 14.870000, -91.500000 | 37.620000, -122.380000 |
Quezaltenango (AAZ) to San Francisco (SFO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Quezaltenango Airport (AAZ) in Quezaltenango, Guatemala to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 3,952 kilometers (2,456 miles / 2,134 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 316°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Guatemala with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:01 in Quezaltenango, it's 01:01 in San Francisco.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,766 feet between the two airports. San Francisco International Airport sits lower than Quezaltenango Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Quezaltenango (AAZ) follows a heading of 121° (east 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 Quezaltenango Airport (AAZ) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.