The flight distance from Paulo Afonso Airport (PAV) in Paulo Afonso, Brazil to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 10,134 kilometers (6,297 miles / 5,472 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 308°.

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 Brazil with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:01 in Paulo Afonso, it's 04:01 in San Francisco. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Paulo Afonso (PAV) follows a heading of 101° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Paulo Afonso Airport (PAV) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.