The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Solwesi Airport (SLI) in Solwesi, Zambia is 15,817 kilometers (9,828 miles / 8,540 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying northeast at a heading of 56°.

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 Zambia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:54 in San Francisco, it's 10:54 in Solwesi. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,538 feet between the two airports. Solwesi Airport sits higher than San Francisco International Airport.

The return flight from Solwesi (SLI) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 318° (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 San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Solwesi Airport (SLI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.