Airport Comparison
| LUC | SFO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Laucala Island Airport | San Francisco International Airport |
| IATA Code | LUC | SFO |
| ICAO Code | NFNH | KSFO |
| City | Laucala Island | San Francisco |
| Country | Fiji | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Fiji | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 10 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | -16.750000, -179.670000 | 37.620000, -122.380000 |
Laucala Island (LUC) to San Francisco (SFO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Laucala Island Airport (LUC) in Laucala Island, Fiji to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 8,503 kilometers (5,284 miles / 4,591 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.
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 Fiji with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:01 in Laucala Island, it's 23:01 in San Francisco. With a 20-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 Laucala Island (LUC) follows a heading of 236° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Laucala Island Airport (LUC) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.