Flight Time from San Mateo to South San Francisco
The flight from San Mateo to South San Francisco covers about 6,960 mi and takes roughly 13 hr 18 min nonstop. Flight duration estimate and fare guide.
San Mateo and South San Francisco are about 6,960 mi (11,202 km) apart in a straight line. By road that works out to roughly 8,213 mi (13,218 km), a drive of about 139 hr 8 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 / 11,202 km |
| Road distance (est.) | 8,213 mi / 13,218 km |
| Driving time (est.) | 139 hr 8 min |
| Nonstop flight (est.) | 13 hr 18 min |
| Driving fuel (est., 1-way) | $1027 |
| Typical flight fare | $700–$1900 |
| Geographic midpoint | 42.670, 170.201 |
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
San Mateo to South San Francisco is about 6,960 mi (11,202 km) in a straight line, and roughly 8,213 mi (13,218 km) by road.