The flight distance from Binaka Airport (GNS) in Gunung Sitoli-Nias Island, Indonesia to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 14,055 kilometers (8,734 miles / 7,589 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northeast at a heading of 39°.

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 Indonesia 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 14:16 in Gunung Sitoli-Nias Island, it's 23:16 in San Francisco. With a 15-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 Gunung Sitoli-Nias Island (GNS) follows a heading of 307° (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 Binaka Airport (GNS) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.