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Airport Comparison
| SFO | TVL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | San Francisco International Airport | Lake Tahoe Airport |
| IATA Code | SFO | TVL |
| ICAO Code | KSFO | KTVL |
| City | San Francisco | South Lake Tahoe |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 6,268 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.620000, -122.380000 | 38.890000, -120.000000 |
San Francisco (SFO) to South Lake Tahoe (TVL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Lake Tahoe Airport (TVL) in South Lake Tahoe, United States is 251 kilometers (156 miles / 136 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.
This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 02:15 in San Francisco, it's 02:15 in South Lake Tahoe.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,255 feet between the two airports. Lake Tahoe Airport sits higher than San Francisco International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from South Lake Tahoe (TVL) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 237° (west southwest). 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 Lake Tahoe Airport (TVL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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