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Flight time from San Francisco to Buenos Aires

Estimated duration, distance and time difference for the SFO → EZE route.

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Buenos Aires?

The direct flight from San Francisco to Buenos Aires takes about 12h 44m, covering roughly 10,402 km. This is an average nonstop estimate; flights with a stop take longer depending on the layover.

Flight duration
12h 44m
Distance
10,402 km
Time difference
+5h
San Francisco
SFO
UTC-8
12h 44m
Buenos Aires
EZE
UTC-3

If you depart at…

Departure (San Francisco)Arrival (Buenos Aires)
6:00 AM11:44 PM
9:00 AM2:44 AM (+1 day)
12:00 PM5:44 AM (+1 day)
3:00 PM8:44 AM (+1 day)
6:00 PM11:44 AM (+1 day)
9:00 PM2:44 PM (+1 day)

Note

The estimated duration is a mathematical calculation for a nonstop flight at an average cruise speed of 850 km/h and is outside our control. Actual flight time varies with the airline, the routing, weather and the jet stream. Check with the airline for the exact duration.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Buenos Aires?
The direct flight from San Francisco to Buenos Aires takes about 12h 44m over a distance of roughly 10,402 km. This is an estimate for a nonstop flight at an average cruise speed; itineraries with a connection take longer depending on the layover.
What is the distance between San Francisco and Buenos Aires?
The approximate straight-line distance between San Francisco and Buenos Aires is about 10,402 km. This great-circle distance is what we use to estimate the nonstop flight duration.
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Buenos Aires?
Buenos Aires is 5 hours ahead of San Francisco. The offset is already reflected in the local arrival times in the table above.