Airport Comparison
| RMF | SFO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Marsa Alam International Airport | San Francisco International Airport |
| IATA Code | RMF | SFO |
| ICAO Code | HEMA | KSFO |
| City | Marsa Alam | San Francisco |
| Country | Egypt | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Cairo | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 251 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | 25.560000, 34.580000 | 37.620000, -122.380000 |
Marsa Alam (RMF) to San Francisco (SFO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Marsa Alam International Airport (RMF) in Marsa Alam, Egypt to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 12,589 kilometers (7,822 miles / 6,798 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.
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 Egypt with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:36 in Marsa Alam, it's 01:36 in San Francisco. With a 10-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 Marsa Alam (RMF) follows a heading of 23° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Marsa Alam International Airport (RMF) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.