Distance from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.
3,935 km · 2,445 miles as the crow flies, about 5 h 25 min by air.
37.7400°, -122.4600° · America/Los Angeles
38.8995°, -77.0094° · America/New York
WGS-84 ellipsoid (Vincenty). Spherical haversine gives 3,926 km. Flight time assumes 800 km/h cruise + 30 min for taxi, climb and descent.
San Francisco to Washington, D.C. at a glance
| Straight-line distance | 3,935 km / 2,445 mi / 2,125 nmi |
|---|---|
| Estimated flight time | 5 h 25 min |
| Initial bearing | 74° (ENE) |
| Halfway point | 40.591°, -99.927° |
| San Francisco coordinates | 37.74°, -122.46° |
| Washington, D.C. coordinates | 38.8995°, -77.0094° |
Time difference: San Francisco and Washington, D.C.. Local time: San Francisco · Washington, D.C.. Sun times: sunrise and sunset in Washington, D.C..
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Frequently asked questions
How far is San Francisco from Washington, D.C.?
3,935 km (2,445 miles, 2,125 nautical miles) in a straight line over the Earth’s surface, measured between the city centres on the WGS-84 ellipsoid.
How long is the flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?
About 5 h 25 min in still air (800 km/h cruise plus 30 minutes for taxi, climb and descent). Scheduled flights vary with winds and routing, and connecting itineraries take longer.
Which direction is Washington, D.C. from San Francisco?
The great-circle route leaves San Francisco on an initial bearing of 74° (ENE). The halfway point is near 40.59°, -99.93°.