LHR to SFO: Distance and Flight Time
The distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is 8,616 km (5,354 mi). A typical nonstop flight covers it in about 11h 15m, heading northwest. The distance is the same in either direction (SFO to LHR).
How far is it from London to San Francisco?
The great-circle distance between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is 8,616 km (5,354 mi, 4,652 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 LHR to SFO?
A nonstop flight typically takes about 11h 15m. This is an estimate from the distance; actual block times depend on the aircraft, winds and the exact routing. SFO is roughly northwest of LHR.
Airlines flying LHR to SFO
10 airlines appear on this route in the open route dataset. Codes and carriers:
Frequently asked questions
How far is London from San Francisco?
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) are 8,616 km (5,354 mi, 4,652 nautical miles) apart in a straight line.
How long is the flight from LHR to SFO?
A typical nonstop flight between LHR and SFO takes about 11h 15m. Actual times vary with aircraft type, winds and routing.
What direction is SFO from LHR?
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) lies roughly northwest of London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Which airlines fly LHR to SFO?
10 airlines appear on the LHR-SFO route in the open dataset, including American Airlines, Finnair, British Airways.
Related routes
Other routes from London (LHR):
Other routes from San Francisco (SFO):
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