The flight distance from Buenos Aires Airport (BAI) in Punta Arenas, Costa Rica to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 5,028 kilometers (3,124 miles / 2,715 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:22 in Punta Arenas, it's 23:22 in San Francisco.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,201 feet between the two airports. San Francisco International Airport sits lower than Buenos Aires Airport.

The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Punta Arenas (BAI) follows a heading of 119° (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 Buenos Aires Airport (BAI) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.