Airport Comparison
| SFO | VAP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | San Francisco International Airport | Rodelillo Airport |
| IATA Code | SFO | VAP |
| ICAO Code | KSFO | SCRD |
| City | San Francisco | Vina Del Mar |
| Country | United States | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 1,100 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.620000, -122.380000 | -33.070000, -71.560000 |
San Francisco (SFO) to Vina Del Mar (VAP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Rodelillo Airport (VAP) in Vina Del Mar, Chile is 9,457 kilometers (5,877 miles / 5,107 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southeast at a heading of 139°.
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 Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 00:35 in San Francisco, it's 05:35 in Vina Del Mar. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,087 feet between the two airports. Rodelillo Airport sits higher than San Francisco International Airport.
The return flight from Vina Del Mar (VAP) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 322° (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 Rodelillo Airport (VAP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.