Airport Comparison
| SFO | WAP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | San Francisco International Airport | Alto Palena Airport |
| IATA Code | SFO | WAP |
| ICAO Code | KSFO | SCAP |
| City | San Francisco | Alto Palena |
| Country | United States | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 794 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.620000, -122.380000 | -43.610000, -71.810000 |
San Francisco (SFO) to Alto Palena (WAP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Alto Palena Airport (WAP) in Alto Palena, Chile is 10,370 kilometers (6,443 miles / 5,599 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying southeast at a heading of 146°.
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 00:33 in San Francisco, it's 05:33 in Alto Palena. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Alto Palena (WAP) 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 Alto Palena Airport (WAP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.