Airport Comparison
| CEB | SFO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mactan Cebu International Airport | San Francisco International Airport |
| IATA Code | CEB | SFO |
| ICAO Code | RPVM | KSFO |
| City | Lapu-Lapu City | San Francisco |
| Country | Philippines | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 31 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | 10.310000, 123.980000 | 37.620000, -122.380000 |
Lapu-Lapu City (CEB) to San Francisco (SFO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB) in Lapu-Lapu City, Philippines to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 11,311 kilometers (7,029 miles / 6,108 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.
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 Philippines 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 01:55 in Lapu-Lapu City, it's 09:55 in San Francisco. With a 16-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Lapu-Lapu City (CEB) follows a heading of 293° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.