The flight distance from Kithira Airport (KIT) in Kithira Island, Greece to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 11,061 kilometers (6,873 miles / 5,972 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 333°.

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 Greece 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 13:51 in Kithira Island, it's 03:51 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,032 feet between the two airports. San Francisco International Airport sits lower than Kithira Airport.

The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Kithira Island (KIT) follows a heading of 28° (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 Kithira Airport (KIT) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.