The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Wattay International Airport (VTE) in Vientiane, Laos is 12,250 kilometers (7,612 miles / 6,614 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.

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 Laos. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:57 in San Francisco, it's 15:57 in Vientiane. With a 15-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 Vientiane (VTE) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 37° (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 Wattay International Airport (VTE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.