The flight distance from Hsinchu Air Base (HSZ) in Hsinchu City, Taiwan to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 10,432 kilometers (6,482 miles / 5,633 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.

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 Taiwan 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 13:46 in Hsinchu City, it's 21:46 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 Hsinchu City (HSZ) follows a heading of 306° (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 Hsinchu Air Base (HSZ) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.