San Francisco to Philadelphia flight distance & time (SFO-PHL)
How far is San Francisco from Philadelphia by plane? The great circle distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is 4,058 km / 2,191 nm, about 4h 40m flight time, with an initial heading of 71° (ENE).
| From | San Francisco International Airport (SFO), San Francisco, US |
|---|---|
| To | Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), Philadelphia, US |
| Distance | 4,058 km · 2,191 nm · 2,521 mi |
| Initial heading | 71° (ENE) |
Airlines on this route
- Continental Airlines (CO)
- Continental Express (CO)
- United Airlines (UA)
- US Airways (US)
Aircraft with enough range to fly SFO to PHL nonstop
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Frequently asked questions
- How far is San Francisco from Philadelphia?
- The great circle distance between San Francisco and Philadelphia is 4,058 km (2,191 nm / 2,521 mi).
- How long is the flight from San Francisco to Philadelphia?
- A direct flight from SFO to PHL takes about 4h 40m, 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 Philadelphia?
- Yes - 4 airlines currently operate this route, see the list above.