The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Sharurah Airport (SHW) in Sharurah Airport, Saudi Arabia is 13,792 kilometers (8,570 miles / 7,447 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northeast at a heading of 12°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:26 in San Francisco, it's 13:26 in Sharurah Airport. With a 11-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 2,350 feet between the two airports. Sharurah Airport sits higher than San Francisco International Airport.

The return flight from Sharurah Airport (SHW) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 350° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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