Airport Comparison
| ARE | SFO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Antonio/Nery/Juarbe Pol Airport | San Francisco International Airport |
| IATA Code | ARE | SFO |
| ICAO Code | TJAB | KSFO |
| City | Arecibo | San Francisco |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Puerto_Rico | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 21 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | 18.450000, -66.680000 | 37.620000, -122.380000 |
Arecibo (ARE) to San Francisco (SFO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Antonio/Nery/Juarbe Pol Airport (ARE) in Arecibo, United States to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 5,775 kilometers (3,588 miles / 3,118 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northwest at a heading of 304°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 4-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 16:52 in Arecibo, it's 12:52 in San Francisco. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Arecibo (ARE) follows a heading of 96° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Antonio/Nery/Juarbe Pol Airport (ARE) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.