SFO
San Francisco
United States
2,836 km
1,762 miles
ZFA
Faro
Canada
Distance
2,836 km
1,762 mi / 1,532 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
348°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

SFO ZFA
Airport Name San Francisco International Airport Faro Airport
IATA Code SFO ZFA
ICAO Code KSFO CZFA
City San Francisco Faro
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/Vancouver
Elevation 13 ft 2,351 ft
Coordinates 37.620000, -122.380000 62.210000, -133.380000

San Francisco (SFO) to Faro (ZFA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Faro Airport (ZFA) in Faro, Canada is 2,836 kilometers (1,762 miles / 1,532 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north northwest at a heading of 348°.

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 04:37 in San Francisco, it's 04:37 in Faro.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,338 feet between the two airports. Faro Airport sits higher than San Francisco International Airport.

The return flight from Faro (ZFA) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 159° (south southeast). 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 Faro Airport (ZFA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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