The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Ulan-Ude Airport (Mukhino) (UUD) in Ulan Ude, Russia is 8,959 kilometers (5,567 miles / 4,838 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 331°.

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 02:44 in San Francisco, it's 18:44 in Ulan Ude. With a 16-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 1,677 feet between the two airports. Ulan-Ude Airport (Mukhino) sits higher than San Francisco International Airport.

The return flight from Ulan Ude (UUD) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 38° (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 Ulan-Ude Airport (Mukhino) (UUD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.