Flight Time from Berkeley to San Mateo
The flight from Berkeley to San Mateo covers about 6,960 mi and takes roughly 13 hr 18 min nonstop. Flight duration estimate and fare guide.
Berkeley and San Mateo are about 6,960 mi (11,201 km) apart in a straight line. By road that works out to roughly 8,213 mi (13,217 km), a drive of about 139 hr 7 min. A nonstop flight covers the great-circle distance in approximately 13 hr 18 min.
Note: this is a long, likely intercontinental distance — driving may cross water and not be practical without ferries. Flying is usually the realistic option.
| Straight-line distance | 6,960 mi / 11,201 km |
| Road distance (est.) | 8,213 mi / 13,217 km |
| Driving time (est.) | 139 hr 7 min |
| Nonstop flight (est.) | 13 hr 18 min |
| Driving fuel (est., 1-way) | $1027 |
| Typical flight fare | $700–$1900 |
| Geographic midpoint | 42.849, 170.113 |
How these estimates work
Straight-line distance uses the haversine formula on each city's coordinates. Road distance applies a circuity factor (~1.2–1.4×) and driving time a blended average speed. Flight time uses typical jet cruise speed plus ~30 minutes for taxi, climb and descent. Treat all figures as planning estimates.
Frequently asked questions
Berkeley to San Mateo is about 6,960 mi (11,201 km) in a straight line, and roughly 8,213 mi (13,217 km) by road.