The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Kasaba Bay Airport (ZKB) in Kasaba Bay, Zambia is 15,797 kilometers (9,816 miles / 8,530 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying northeast at a heading of 47°.

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 Zambia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:50 in San Francisco, it's 22:50 in Kasaba Bay. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,767 feet between the two airports. Kasaba Bay Airport sits higher than San Francisco International Airport.

The return flight from Kasaba Bay (ZKB) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 324° (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 Kasaba Bay Airport (ZKB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.