Distance from Tokyo to San Francisco
8,285 km · 5,148 miles as the crow flies, about 10 h 51 min by air.
35.6850°, 139.7514° · Asia/Tokyo
37.7400°, -122.4600° · America/Los Angeles
WGS-84 ellipsoid (Vincenty). Spherical haversine gives 8,266 km. Flight time assumes 800 km/h cruise + 30 min for taxi, climb and descent.
Tokyo to San Francisco at a glance
| Straight-line distance | 8,285 km / 5,148 mi / 4,473 nmi |
|---|---|
| Estimated flight time | 10 h 51 min |
| Initial bearing | 54° (NE) |
| Halfway point | 48.596°, -172.232° |
| Tokyo coordinates | 35.685°, 139.7514° |
| San Francisco coordinates | 37.74°, -122.46° |
Local time: Tokyo · San Francisco. Sun times: sunrise and sunset in San Francisco.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Tokyo from San Francisco?
8,285 km (5,148 miles, 4,473 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 Tokyo to San Francisco?
About 10 h 51 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 San Francisco from Tokyo?
The great-circle route leaves Tokyo on an initial bearing of 54° (NE). The halfway point is near 48.60°, -172.23°.