The flight distance from Cap Scarlet R. Martínez L. Airport (RIH) in Río Hato, Panama to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 5,338 kilometers (3,317 miles / 2,882 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:29 in Río Hato, it's 23:29 in San Francisco. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Río Hato (RIH) follows a heading of 116° (east 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 Cap Scarlet R. Martínez L. Airport (RIH) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.