LAS to SFO Route Guide
Las Vegas, United States → San Francisco, United States
Quick answer
KLAS (Las Vegas, United States) to KSFO (San Francisco, United States) is a 359 NM (665 km / 413 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 287° (WNW). Typical cruise altitude FL240, expected flight time 1h 37m, common aircraft: Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400.
Distance
359 NM
665 km / 413 mi
Initial Bearing
287° (WNW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL240
24,000 ft
Block Time
1h 37m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
2,577 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
2,181 ft
KLAS
Arrival Elevation
13 ft
KSFO
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 359 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Embraer E175
- CRJ-700
- Bombardier Q400
- Cessna Citation CJ3
Weather considerations
Pilots flying LAS-SFO should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between LAS and SFO?
359 nautical miles (665 km / 413 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Las Vegas to San Francisco?
Approximately 1h 37m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly LAS-SFO?
Common types include Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400, Cessna Citation CJ3 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL240 (24,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
287° true (WNW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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