San Francisco to Tel Aviv Flights
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Tel Aviv (TLV) connect United States and Israel. The great-circle distance is approximately 11,921 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 16 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include SFO, OAK, SJC and TLV. The reverse route is Tel Aviv to San Francisco. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- San Francisco, United States
- Destination
- Tel Aviv, Israel
- Distance
- 11,921 km
- Typical duration
- about 16 hours
- Origin codes
- SFO, OAK, SJC
- Destination codes
- TLV
- Primary keyword
- flights from San Francisco to Tel Aviv
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Route overview
San Francisco to Tel Aviv is a city-pair air route between United States and Israel. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are SFO and TLV. Related codes: SFO, OAK, SJC → TLV.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 11,921 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 16 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
San Francisco airports and metro codes: SFO, OAK, SJC.
Tel Aviv airports and metro codes: TLV.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Tel Aviv to San Francisco, other destinations from San Francisco, and other origins into Tel Aviv.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from San Francisco to Tel Aviv?
Direct flights from San Francisco to Tel Aviv typically take about 16 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from San Francisco to Tel Aviv?
The great-circle distance between San Francisco and Tel Aviv is approximately 11,921 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from San Francisco to Tel Aviv?
San Francisco is commonly searched with code SFO (related: SFO, OAK, SJC). Tel Aviv is commonly searched with code TLV (related: TLV).
Are there direct flights from San Francisco to Tel Aviv?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Tel Aviv to San Francisco?
The reverse city pair is Tel Aviv to San Francisco. Distance is the same great-circle measure (11,921 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the San Francisco to Tel Aviv route connect?
This route connects United States (San Francisco) with Israel (Tel Aviv).
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