The flight distance from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) in Santiago de Compostela, Spain to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is 8,855 kilometers (5,502 miles / 4,781 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:22 in Santiago de Compostela, it's 07:22 in San Francisco. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,200 feet between the two airports. San Francisco International Airport sits lower than Santiago de Compostela Airport.

The return flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Santiago de Compostela (SCQ) follows a heading of 43° (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 Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.