Airport Comparison
| RSL | SFO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Russell Municipal Airport | San Francisco International Airport |
| IATA Code | RSL | SFO |
| ICAO Code | KRSL | KSFO |
| City | Russell | San Francisco |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 1,864 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.870000, -98.810000 | 37.620000, -122.380000 |
Russell (RSL) to San Francisco (SFO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Russell Municipal Airport (RSL) in Russell, United States to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 2,057 kilometers (1,278 miles / 1,111 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west at a heading of 274°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 06:40 in Russell, it's 04:40 in San Francisco.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,850 feet between the two airports. San Francisco International Airport sits lower than Russell Municipal Airport.
The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Russell (RSL) follows a heading of 79° (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 Russell Municipal Airport (RSL) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.