The flight distance from Norfolk Island International Airport (NLK) in Burnt Pine, NF to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 10,363 kilometers (6,440 miles / 5,596 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.

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 NF with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:36 in Burnt Pine, it's 03:36 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 Burnt Pine (NLK) follows a heading of 235° (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 Norfolk Island International Airport (NLK) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.