SFO
San Francisco
United States
2,896 km
1,800 miles
TAM
Tampico
Mexico
Distance
2,896 km
1,800 mi / 1,564 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
119°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

SFO TAM
Airport Name San Francisco International Airport General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport
IATA Code SFO TAM
ICAO Code KSFO MMTM
City San Francisco Tampico
Country United States Mexico
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/Mexico_City
Elevation 13 ft 80 ft
Coordinates 37.620000, -122.380000 22.300000, -97.870000

San Francisco (SFO) to Tampico (TAM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport (TAM) in Tampico, Mexico is 2,896 kilometers (1,800 miles / 1,564 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 119°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United States with Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:35 in San Francisco, it's 05:35 in Tampico.

The return flight from Tampico (TAM) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 312° (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 General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport (TAM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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