The flight distance from Ataq Airport (AXK) in Ataq Airport, Yemen to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 14,105 kilometers (8,765 miles / 7,616 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north at a heading of 349°.

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 Yemen with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:19 in Ataq Airport, it's 00:19 in San Francisco. With a 10-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 3,722 feet between the two airports. San Francisco International Airport sits lower than Ataq Airport.

The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Ataq Airport (AXK) follows a heading of 13° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Ataq Airport (AXK) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.