The flight distance from Heihe Airport (HEK) in Heihe, China to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 8,115 kilometers (5,043 miles / 4,382 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 51°.

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 China 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 17:23 in Heihe, it's 01:23 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 8,517 feet between the two airports. San Francisco International Airport sits lower than Heihe Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Heihe (HEK) follows a heading of 321° (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 Heihe Airport (HEK) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.