The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Chimoio Airport (VPY) in Chimoio, Mozambique is 16,899 kilometers (10,501 miles / 9,125 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.

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 Mozambique. 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 15:02 in San Francisco, it's 00:02 in Chimoio. With a 9-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 2,274 feet between the two airports. Chimoio Airport sits higher than San Francisco International Airport.

The return flight from Chimoio (VPY) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 316° (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 Chimoio Airport (VPY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.