The flight distance from Luang Namtha Airport (LXG) in Luang Namtha, Laos to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 12,053 kilometers (7,489 miles / 6,508 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 35°.

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 Laos 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 16:20 in Luang Namtha, it's 01:20 in San Francisco. With a 15-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 1,955 feet between the two airports. San Francisco International Airport sits lower than Luang Namtha Airport.

The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Luang Namtha (LXG) follows a heading of 317° (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 Luang Namtha Airport (LXG) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.