Distance from San Francisco to Columbus by Car and Plane

The flight distance from San Francisco (CA) to Columbus (GA) is 2133 miles or 3432 kilometers or 1852 nautical miles.
Driving distance from San Francisco to Columbus is 2469 miles (3974 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 336 miles or 542 km.

Flight distance from San Francisco, CA to Columbus, GA in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between San Francisco and Columbus is 2133 miles or 3432 km.
The nearest airport to San Francisco, is San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and the nearest airport to Columbus, is Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).

What is the average flight time from San Francisco to Columbus?

Flight time from San Francisco, CA to Columbus, GA is 4 hours 54 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

San Francisco to Columbus Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between San Francisco, CA and Columbus, GA
This map shows the distance from San Francisco, CA, Usa to Columbus, GA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from San Francisco, California to Columbus, Georgia is displayed below.

Driving distance from San Francisco, CA to Columbus, GA

The driving distance from San Francisco, California to Columbus, Georgia is 2469 miles or 3974 km.
The total driving distance from San Francisco, CA to Columbus, GA is 2469 miles or 3974 kilometers. Your trip begins in San Francisco, California. It ends in Columbus, Georgia.
The driving distance from San Francisco, California to Columbus, Georgia is approximately 2469 miles (3974 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 43 to 44 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from San Francisco, CA to Columbus, GA

How long is the drive from San Francisco, CA to Columbus, GA?
The total driving time is 43 hours, 59 minutes.
How long does a car ride from San Francisco to Columbus take?
San Francisco and Columbus are 43 hours 59 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between San Francisco and Columbus

Time difference between San Francisco (CA) and Columbus (GA) is 3 Hours.
Columbus time is 3 Hours ahead of San Francisco.

Current local time in San FranciscoCurrent local time in Columbus
2025-12-20, 03:05:52 PST2025-12-20, 06:05:52 EST
How Far is it Between San Francisco California, USA and Columbus Georgia, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between San Francisco, CA and Columbus, GA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 2469 mi 3974 km 2144.08 nmi
Straight line distance 2133 mi 3432 km 1852 nmi
Difference 336 mi 542 km 292 nmi

San Francisco Details

San Francisco is located in California, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 37° 46' 30'' Longitude: W 122° 25' 10''
Latitude37.775
Longitude-122.41944
StateCalifornia
Nearest airports to San Francisco

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Columbus Details

Columbus is located in Georgia, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 32° 27' 39.5'' Longitude: W 84° 59' 15.8''
Latitude32.46098
Longitude-84.98771
StateGeorgia
Nearest airports to Columbus

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between San Francisco, CA and Columbus, GA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 82 hours 47 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 62 hours 5 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 55 hours 11 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 49 hours 40 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 45 hours 9 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 41 hours 23 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 38 hours 12 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 35 hours 28 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 33 hours 7 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 31 hours 2 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 29 hours 13 minutes