Airport Comparison
| BEL | SFO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Val de Cans/Julio Cezar Ribeiro International Airport | San Francisco International Airport |
| IATA Code | BEL | SFO |
| ICAO Code | SBBE | KSFO |
| City | Belem | San Francisco |
| Country | Brazil | United States |
| Timezone | America/Belem | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 54 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | -1.380000, -48.480000 | 37.620000, -122.380000 |
Belem (BEL) to San Francisco (SFO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Val de Cans/Julio Cezar Ribeiro International Airport (BEL) in Belem, Brazil to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 8,693 kilometers (5,402 miles / 4,694 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.
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 Brazil with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:22 in Belem, it's 23:22 in San Francisco. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Belem (BEL) follows a heading of 101° (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 Val de Cans/Julio Cezar Ribeiro International Airport (BEL) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.