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Flight time from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro

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

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro?

The direct flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro takes about 13h 1m, covering roughly 10,639 km. This is an average nonstop estimate; flights with a stop take longer depending on the layover.

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Flight duration
13h 1m
Distance
10,639 km
Time difference
+5h
San Francisco
SFO
UTC-8
13h 1m
Rio de Janeiro
GIG
UTC-3

If you depart at…

Departure (San Francisco)Arrival (Rio de Janeiro)
6:00 AM12:01 AM (+1 day)
9:00 AM3:01 AM (+1 day)
12:00 PM6:01 AM (+1 day)
3:00 PM9:01 AM (+1 day)
6:00 PM12:01 PM (+1 day)
9:00 PM3:01 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 Rio de Janeiro?
The direct flight from San Francisco to Rio de Janeiro takes about 13h 1m over a distance of roughly 10,639 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 Rio de Janeiro?
The approximate straight-line distance between San Francisco and Rio de Janeiro is about 10,639 km. This great-circle distance is what we use to estimate the nonstop flight duration.
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Rio de Janeiro?
Rio de Janeiro is 5 hours ahead of San Francisco. The offset is already reflected in the local arrival times in the table above.