The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Sao Miguel do Araguaia Airport (SQM) in Sao Miguel Do Araguaia, Brazil is 9,401 kilometers (5,841 miles / 5,076 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 111°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:22 in San Francisco, it's 06:22 in Sao Miguel Do Araguaia. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,236 feet between the two airports. Sao Miguel do Araguaia Airport sits higher than San Francisco International Airport.

The return flight from Sao Miguel Do Araguaia (SQM) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 311° (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 Sao Miguel do Araguaia Airport (SQM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.