Airport Comparison
| GHV | SFO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Braşov-Ghimbav International Airport | San Francisco International Airport |
| IATA Code | GHV | SFO |
| ICAO Code | LRBV | KSFO |
| City | Braşov | San Francisco |
| Country | Romania | United States |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 127 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | 45.710000, 25.520000 | 37.620000, -122.380000 |
Braşov (GHV) to San Francisco (SFO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Braşov-Ghimbav International Airport (GHV) in Braşov, Romania to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 10,209 kilometers (6,343 miles / 5,512 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 335°.
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 Romania with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:27 in Braşov, it's 11:27 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.
The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Braşov (GHV) follows a heading of 22° (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 Braşov-Ghimbav International Airport (GHV) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.