OGG to SFO Turbulence Forecast

Q: Is the Maui to San Francisco flight turbulent?

The OGG–SFO route typically experiences light turbulence. Light turbulence may occur — mostly smooth with occasional bumps.

Q: Which seat is smoothest on OGG to SFO?

Wing seats are smoothest. On a Boeing 767, that's rows 14–24. Avoid the rear of the aircraft.

Q: How long is the flight from OGG to SFO?

The OGG to SFO flight takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is the Maui to San Francisco flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.

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Maui · San Francisco · 6h 15m

Turb Score

6h 15m

Duration

2,341 nm

Distance

36,000 ft

Cruise Alt.

Light

Typical

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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for OGG–SFO

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About the OGG–SFO route

The Maui to San Francisco route spans the Pacific Ocean — one of the longest commercial flight paths in the world at 2,694 miles. The Pacific jet stream creates moderate turbulence, typically around 3–7 hours into the flight. The sheer length of the route means passengers experience varying conditions: calm stretches punctuated by bumpy patches.

The route is served by Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Southwest Airlines on Boeing 717 · Boeing 767 · Airbus A321 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 36,000 feet over a distance of 2,694 miles (2,341 nautical miles).

💡 Tip: Long flight — turbulence varies throughout. Wing seats significantly reduce motion.

Turbulence levels on OGG–SFO

What to expect at each phase of the flight

SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm

LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady

ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause

HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible

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Best time to fly OGG–SFO

Turbulence by month

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Best seat on OGG–SFO

Boeing 767

Front

Rows 1–13

Light

✓ Wing

Rows 14–24

Smoothest

Rear

Rows 25+

Rougher

Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Maui to San Francisco flight turbulent?

The OGG–SFO route typically experiences light turbulence. Light turbulence may occur — mostly smooth with occasional bumps. The turbulence score for this route is 36/100.

When is turbulence worst on OGG to SFO?

Long flight — turbulence varies throughout. Wing seats significantly reduce motion. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.

Which seat is smoothest on OGG to SFO?

Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Boeing 767 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 14–24. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.

How long is the flight from OGG to SFO?

The OGG to SFO flight takes approximately 6h 15m, covering 2,694 miles (2,341 nautical miles).

Which airlines fly OGG to SFO?

The main airlines operating this route are Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Southwest Airlines, flying Boeing 717 · Boeing 767 · Airbus A321 aircraft.