The flight distance from Chennault International Airport (CWF) in Lake Charles, United States to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 2,808 kilometers (1,745 miles / 1,516 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 295°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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 2-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 00:43 in Lake Charles, it's 22:43 in San Francisco.

The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Lake Charles (CWF) follows a heading of 98° (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 Chennault International Airport (CWF) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.