San Francisco to Cleveland flight distance & time (SFO-CLE)
How far is San Francisco from Cleveland by plane? The great circle distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) is 3,478 km / 1,878 nm, about 4h 3m flight time, with an initial heading of 70° (ENE).
| From | San Francisco International Airport (SFO), San Francisco, US |
|---|---|
| To | Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE), Cleveland, US |
| Distance | 3,478 km · 1,878 nm · 2,161 mi |
| Initial heading | 70° (ENE) |
Airlines on this route
- Continental Airlines (CO)
- Continental Express (CO)
- United Airlines (UA)
Aircraft with enough range to fly SFO to CLE nonstop
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Frequently asked questions
- How far is San Francisco from Cleveland?
- The great circle distance between San Francisco and Cleveland is 3,478 km (1,878 nm / 2,161 mi).
- How long is the flight from San Francisco to Cleveland?
- A direct flight from SFO to CLE takes about 4h 3m, based on a typical jet cruise speed. Actual time varies by aircraft type and wind - see the aircraft list above for type-specific estimates.
- Is there a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Cleveland?
- Yes - 3 airlines currently operate this route, see the list above.