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Airport Comparison
| PAO | SFO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Palo Alto Airport | San Francisco International Airport |
| IATA Code | PAO | SFO |
| ICAO Code | KPAO | KSFO |
| City | Palo Alto | San Francisco |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 7 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.460000, -122.120000 | 37.620000, -122.380000 |
Palo Alto (PAO) to San Francisco (SFO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Palo Alto Airport (PAO) in Palo Alto, United States to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 29 kilometers (18 miles / 16 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying northwest at a heading of 308°.
This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 13:38 in Palo Alto, it's 13:38 in San Francisco.
The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Palo Alto (PAO) 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 Palo Alto Airport (PAO) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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