PHX to SFO Route Guide
Phoenix, United States → San Francisco, United States
Quick answer
KPHX (Phoenix, United States) to KSFO (San Francisco, United States) is a 565 NM (1,046 km / 650 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 299° (WNW). Typical cruise altitude FL240, expected flight time 2h 21m, common aircraft: Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400.
Distance
565 NM
1,046 km / 650 mi
Initial Bearing
299° (WNW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL240
24,000 ft
Block Time
2h 21m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
3,195 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
1,135 ft
KPHX
Arrival Elevation
13 ft
KSFO
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 565 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Embraer E175
- CRJ-700
- Bombardier Q400
- Cessna Citation CJ3
Weather considerations
Pilots flying PHX-SFO should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between PHX and SFO?
565 nautical miles (1,046 km / 650 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Phoenix to San Francisco?
Approximately 2h 21m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly PHX-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?
299° true (WNW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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