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Flight time from San Francisco to San Carlos

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

How long is the flight from San Francisco to San Carlos?

The direct flight from San Francisco to San Carlos takes about 0h 31m, covering roughly 16 km. This is an average nonstop estimate; flights with a stop take longer depending on the layover.

Flight duration
0h 31m
Distance
16 km
Time difference
No difference
San Francisco
SFO
UTC-8
0h 31m
San Carlos
SQL
UTC-8

If you depart at…

Departure (San Francisco)Arrival (San Carlos)
6:00 AM6:31 AM
9:00 AM9:31 AM
12:00 PM12:31 PM
3:00 PM3:31 PM
6:00 PM6:31 PM
9:00 PM9:31 PM

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 San Carlos?
The direct flight from San Francisco to San Carlos takes about 0h 31m over a distance of roughly 16 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 San Carlos?
The approximate straight-line distance between San Francisco and San Carlos is about 16 km. This great-circle distance is what we use to estimate the nonstop flight duration.
What is the time difference between San Francisco and San Carlos?
San Francisco and San Carlos are in the same time zone. The offset is already reflected in the local arrival times in the table above.