How is the flight distance measured?

Flight distances are measured as the great-circle (straight-line) distance between airports. Actual flight paths may be slightly longer due to air traffic routing and weather avoidance.

How long does the flight from Washington to San Francisco take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 3,919 km the typical non-stop flight takes 1–10 hours. Check the flight duration page for the exact average.

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Flight Distance: Washington to San Francisco

3,919

Kilometres (km)

2,435

Miles (mi)

2,116

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Washington to San Francisco is approximately 3,919 km. The typical flight time is 5h 20m.

This is the shortest possible distance between the two cities as the crow flies. Real flight paths are often slightly longer due to air traffic control routing, weather, and airspace restrictions.

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Nearby airports

Near Washington

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)38 km
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshal Airport (BWI)73 km
Hagerstown Regional Richard A Henson Field (HGR)88 km

Near San Francisco

San Carlos Airport (SQL)16 km
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)18 km
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)49 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from Washington to San Francisco is approximately 3,919 km (2,435 miles).