The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH) in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt is 12,330 kilometers (7,661 miles / 6,657 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 22°.

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 Egypt. 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 22:51 in San Francisco, it's 08:51 in Sharm el-Sheikh. 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.

The return flight from Sharm el-Sheikh (SSH) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 340° (north 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 Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.