Airport Comparison
| SFO | XQU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | San Francisco International Airport | Qualicum Beach Airport |
| IATA Code | SFO | XQU |
| ICAO Code | KSFO | CAT4 |
| City | San Francisco | Qualicum Beach |
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Vancouver |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 191 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.620000, -122.380000 | 49.340000, -124.390000 |
San Francisco (SFO) to Qualicum Beach (XQU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Qualicum Beach Airport (XQU) in Qualicum Beach, Canada is 1,313 kilometers (816 miles / 709 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north at a heading of 354°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting United States with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:49 in San Francisco, it's 02:49 in Qualicum Beach.
The return flight from Qualicum Beach (XQU) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 172° (south). 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 Qualicum Beach Airport (XQU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.