Distance from Mexico City to San Francisco
3,038 km (1,887 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies
3,038 km
Kilometers
1,887 miles
Miles
~4h 4m
Est. Flight
2h
Time Difference
Mexico City
MexicoSan Francisco
USAThe distance between Mexico City and San Francisco is roughly equivalent to 8 hours of driving, though the straight-line distance as the crow flies is significantly shorter than any road route.
Mexico City is known for Zócalo plaza and Chapultepec Castle, while San Francisco is famous for Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island.
In terms of city area, Mexico City is 12.3x larger than San Francisco. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.
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Open Map ComparisonFrequently Asked Questions
How far is Mexico City from San Francisco?
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Mexico City to San Francisco is 3,038 km (1,887 miles).
How long is the flight from Mexico City to San Francisco?
A direct flight would take approximately 4h 4m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.
Is Mexico City bigger than San Francisco?
Mexico City is larger at 1,485 km², compared to 121 km².