Distance from San Francisco to Sterling Heights by Car and Plane
The flight distance from San Francisco (CA) to Sterling Heights (MI) is 2087 miles or 3358 kilometers or 1812 nautical miles.
Driving distance from San Francisco to Sterling Heights is 2414 miles (3885 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 327 miles or 527 km.
Flight distance from San Francisco, CA to Sterling Heights, MI in miles and km?
The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between San Francisco and Sterling Heights is 2087 miles or 3358 km.The nearest airport to San Francisco, is San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and the nearest airport to Sterling Heights, is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW).
What is the average flight time from San Francisco to Sterling Heights?
Flight time from San Francisco, CA to Sterling Heights, MI is 4 hours 47 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.
San Francisco to Sterling Heights Flight Route Map
Map Showing the Distance Between San Francisco, CA and Sterling Heights, MIThis map shows the distance from San Francisco, CA, Usa to Sterling Heights, MI, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from San Francisco, California to Sterling Heights, Michigan is displayed below.
Driving distance from San Francisco, CA to Sterling Heights, MI
The driving distance from San Francisco, California to Sterling Heights, Michigan is 2414 miles or 3885 km.
The total driving distance from San Francisco, CA to Sterling Heights, MI is 2414 miles or 3885 kilometers. Your trip begins in San Francisco, California. It ends in Sterling Heights, Michigan.
The driving distance from San Francisco, California to Sterling Heights, Michigan is approximately 2414 miles (3885 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 41 to 42 hours under normal conditions.
Driving time from San Francisco, CA to Sterling Heights, MI
How long is the drive from San Francisco, CA to Sterling Heights, MI?The total driving time is 41 hours, 58 minutes.
How long does a car ride from San Francisco to Sterling Heights take?
San Francisco and Sterling Heights are 41 hours 58 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 Sterling Heights
Time difference between San Francisco (CA) and Sterling Heights (MI) is 3 Hours.
Sterling Heights time is 3 Hours ahead of San Francisco.
| Current local time in San Francisco | Current local time in Sterling Heights |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-19, 17:43:55 PST | 2025-12-19, 20:43:55 EST |
How Far is it Between San Francisco California, USA and Sterling Heights Michigan, USA?
You can compare air and road distance between San Francisco, CA and Sterling Heights, MI in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.
| Distance type | Miles | Kilometers | Nautical miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driving distance | 2414 mi | 3885 km | 2096.32 nmi |
| Straight line distance | 2087 mi | 3358 km | 1812 nmi |
| Difference | 327 mi | 527 km | 284 nmi |
San Francisco Details
San Francisco is located in California, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 37° 46' 30'' Longitude: W 122° 25' 10'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 37.775 |
| Longitude | -122.41944 |
| State | California |
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Sterling Heights Details
Sterling Heights is located in Michigan, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 42° 34' 49.1'' Longitude: W 83° 1' 48.7'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 42.58031 |
| Longitude | -83.0302 |
| State | Michigan |
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between San Francisco, CA and Sterling Heights, MI
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48 km/h) | 80 hours 56 minutes |
| 40 mph (64 km/h) | 60 hours 42 minutes |
| 45 mph (72 km/h) | 53 hours 57 minutes |
| 50 mph (80 km/h) | 48 hours 33 minutes |
| 55 mph (88 km/h) | 44 hours 8 minutes |
| 60 mph (96 km/h) | 40 hours 28 minutes |
| 65 mph (104 km/h) | 37 hours 21 minutes |
| 70 mph (112 km/h) | 34 hours 41 minutes |
| 75 mph (120 km/h) | 32 hours 22 minutes |
| 80 mph (128 km/h) | 30 hours 21 minutes |
| 85 mph (136 km/h) | 28 hours 33 minutes |