SFO → ORFUnited States → United States

Cheap flights from San Francisco to Norfolk

2,514 mi · 45m average nonstop

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Quick answer: San Francisco to Norfolk at a glance

2,514 mi
Distance
45m
Nonstop time
3 hours ahead
Time-zone shift
~226 kg
CO₂ per passenger

Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Norfolk (ORF) cover 2,514 miles (4,045 km) in about 45m nonstop, with 1 airline flying direct — a long-haul international route. Search Kayak for today's cheapest live fare. Route difficulty 5/10.

Summary computed from real OpenFlights coordinates — not an estimate. Prices update live on Kayak.

Flying from San Francisco to Norfolk covers 2,514 miles (4,045 km) in approximately 0 hour 45 minutes. 1 airline offers direct flights on this long-haul international route. This is a long-haul international route requiring advance planning for connections and layovers.

Route
SFO (0 mi)ORF (2,514 mi)45m avg

Nonstop distance 2,514 miles. Direct carriers include FL.

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Airlines on this route

1 airlines fly San Francisco → Norfolk. All are direct routes.

AirlineRoute type
FLDirect
Baggage on San Francisco → Norfolk: on this route, FL typically includes a carry-on, while some carriers charge for carry-on and seat selection. Check each carrier's baggage policy before booking — fees vary.
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San Francisco to Norfolk — quick answers

How far is San Francisco from Norfolk by plane?

The nonstop flight distance from San Francisco (SFO) to Norfolk (ORF) is 2,514 miles (4,045 km), calculated as a great-circle line from published OpenFlights airport coordinates. Actual flown distance is slightly longer due to airways and winds.

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Norfolk?

The average nonstop flight time from SFO to ORF is 45 minutes. Gate-to-gate time is usually 20–35 minutes longer; connecting itineraries add 1–4 hours depending on the layover.

Which airlines fly from San Francisco to Norfolk?

1 airlines serve this route nonstop: FL. Schedules and amenities differ by carrier — compare live frequencies and fare classes on Kayak before you book.

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Route insights: San Francisco → Norfolk

Route type
long-haul international
Time zone difference
3 hours ahead
Carbon footprint
~226 kg CO₂ per passenger (economy)
Route difficulty
5/10 — standard route
When to go
It's shoulder season in Norfolk — often the best balance of weather and price.
Airport transfer
Most travelers reach the city center by taxi, airport shuttle, or public transit. Allow 30-60 minutes depending on traffic.
Route competitiveness
1 airline fly direct — rank 91 of 104 routes from San Francisco
Airline network
FL: 5 destinations from SFO
Alternative origin airports
OAK (Oakland, 11 mi); SJC (San Jose, 30 mi); SMF (Sacramento, 86 mi)
Alternative destination airports
PHF (Newport News, 23 mi); RIC (Richmond, 75 mi); SBY (Salisbury, 107 mi)
Nearby destinations
Newport News, United States (23 mi); Richmond, United States (75 mi); Salisbury, United States (107 mi)
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Data: OpenFlights public aviation database·Updated: 2026-08-19
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