The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Talakan Airport (TLK) in Lenskiy Ulus, Russia is 8,125 kilometers (5,049 miles / 4,387 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 335°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Russia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:54 in San Francisco, it's 06:54 in Lenskiy Ulus. With a 17-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 1,316 feet between the two airports. Talakan Airport sits higher than San Francisco International Airport.

The return flight from Lenskiy Ulus (TLK) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 42° (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 Talakan Airport (TLK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.