SFO
San Francisco
United States
2,992 km
1,859 miles
YYW
Armstrong
Canada
Distance
2,992 km
1,859 mi / 1,616 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
51°
northeast

Airport Comparison

SFO YYW
Airport Name San Francisco International Airport Armstrong Airport
IATA Code SFO YYW
ICAO Code KSFO CYYW
City San Francisco Armstrong
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/Toronto
Elevation 13 ft 1,058 ft
Coordinates 37.620000, -122.380000 50.290000, -88.910000

San Francisco (SFO) to Armstrong (YYW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Armstrong Airport (YYW) in Armstrong, Canada is 2,992 kilometers (1,859 miles / 1,616 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northeast at a heading of 51°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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 23:29 in San Francisco, it's 02:29 in Armstrong. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,045 feet between the two airports. Armstrong Airport sits higher than San Francisco International Airport.

The return flight from Armstrong (YYW) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 255° (west southwest). 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 Armstrong Airport (YYW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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