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DXB to SFO: Distance and Flight Time

The distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is 13,020 km (8,090 mi). A typical nonstop flight covers it in about 16h 45m, heading north. The distance is the same in either direction (SFO to DXB).

Distance
13,020 km
Distance (mi)
8,090 mi
Nautical miles
7,030 nm
Typical flight time
16h 45m
Direction
north
Airlines
2

How far is it from Dubai to San Francisco?

The great-circle distance between Dubai International Airport (DXB) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is 13,020 km (8,090 mi, 7,030 nautical miles). That is the straight-line distance; a real flight is a little longer because of air-traffic routing.

How long is the flight from DXB to SFO?

A nonstop flight typically takes about 16h 45m. This is an estimate from the distance; actual block times depend on the aircraft, winds and the exact routing. SFO is roughly north of DXB.

Airlines flying DXB to SFO

2 airlines appear on this route in the open route dataset. Codes and carriers:

Frequently asked questions

How far is Dubai from San Francisco?

Dubai International Airport (DXB) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) are 13,020 km (8,090 mi, 7,030 nautical miles) apart in a straight line.

How long is the flight from DXB to SFO?

A typical nonstop flight between DXB and SFO takes about 16h 45m. Actual times vary with aircraft type, winds and routing.

What direction is SFO from DXB?

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) lies roughly north of Dubai International Airport (DXB).

Which airlines fly DXB to SFO?

2 airlines appear on the DXB-SFO route in the open dataset, including JetBlue Airways, Emirates.

Related routes

Other routes from Dubai (DXB):

Other routes from San Francisco (SFO):

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