Airport Comparison
San Francisco (SFO) to Tobruk (TOB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Gamal Abdel Nasser Airport (TOB) in Tobruk, Libya is 11,535 kilometers (7,167 miles / 6,228 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.
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 Libya. 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 23:24 in San Francisco, it's 09:24 in Tobruk. 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 Tobruk (TOB) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 333° (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 Gamal Abdel Nasser Airport (TOB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.