The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Waingapu Airport (WGP) in Waingapu-Sumba Island, Indonesia is 13,059 kilometers (8,115 miles / 7,051 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west at a heading of 279°.

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 Indonesia. 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 22:23 in San Francisco, it's 14:23 in Waingapu-Sumba Island. With a 16-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 Waingapu-Sumba Island (WGP) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 52° (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 Waingapu Airport (WGP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.