The flight distance from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) in Gran Canaria Island, Spain to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 9,488 kilometers (5,896 miles / 5,123 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.

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 Spain 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 09:29 in Gran Canaria Island, it's 01:29 in San Francisco. With a 8-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 Gran Canaria Island (LPA) follows a heading of 58° (east 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 Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.