The flight distance from General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada International Airport (MXL) in Mexicali, Mexico to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 854 kilometers (530 miles / 461 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is an international route connecting Mexico with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:09 in Mexicali, it's 23:09 in San Francisco.

The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Mexicali (MXL) follows a heading of 128° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada International Airport (MXL) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.