Airport Comparison
| SFO | VPN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | San Francisco International Airport | Vopnafjordur Airport |
| IATA Code | SFO | VPN |
| ICAO Code | KSFO | BIVO |
| City | San Francisco | Vopnafjordur |
| Country | United States | Iceland |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 16 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.620000, -122.380000 | 65.720000, -14.850000 |
San Francisco (SFO) to Vopnafjordur (VPN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Vopnafjordur Airport (VPN) in Vopnafjordur, Iceland is 6,974 kilometers (4,334 miles / 3,766 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northeast at a heading of 26°.
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 Iceland. 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 16:53 in San Francisco, it's 00:53 in Vopnafjordur. With a 8-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 Vopnafjordur (VPN) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 302° (west 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 Vopnafjordur Airport (VPN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.