Airport Comparison
| SFO | SLJ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | San Francisco International Airport | Solomon Airport |
| IATA Code | SFO | SLJ |
| ICAO Code | KSFO | YSOL |
| City | San Francisco | Karijini National Park |
| Country | United States | Australia |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Australia/Perth |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 2,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.620000, -122.380000 | -22.260000, 117.760000 |
San Francisco (SFO) to Karijini National Park (SLJ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Solomon Airport (SLJ) in Karijini National Park, Australia is 14,077 kilometers (8,747 miles / 7,601 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west at a heading of 269°.
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 Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:55 in San Francisco, it's 15:55 in Karijini National Park. 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.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,008 feet between the two airports. Solomon Airport sits higher than San Francisco International Airport.
The return flight from Karijini National Park (SLJ) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 59° (east 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 San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Solomon Airport (SLJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.