The flight distance from Palau International Airport (ROR) in Babelthuap Island, Palau to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 10,644 kilometers (6,614 miles / 5,747 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 51°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:39 in Babelthuap Island, it's 12:39 in San Francisco. With a 16-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 Babelthuap Island (ROR) follows a heading of 284° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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