Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Aleppo Airport (ALP): what you need to know
Aleppo's timezone is UTC+3, making Aleppo 11 hours ahead of San Francisco.
To ensure you get on your SFO to ALP flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Aleppo Airport (ALP)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Aleppo Airport flight is 695 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 1.495 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SFO to ALP if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Aleppo Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SFO to ALP by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Aleppo Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
78% of flights that take off from San Francisco International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you have an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Aleppo Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Getting from Aleppo Airport (ALP) to central Aleppo
From Aleppo Airport, Aleppo is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Aleppo Airport (ALP)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Aleppo Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Aleppo. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Aleppo Airport for July if you want to go to Aleppo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SFO to ALP in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of Syria
You've visited Aleppo, now it's time to explore other corners of Syria. Travel around 306 kilometres south to Damascus to check off its popular sights. From Al Fateh Mosque to Franciscan Church and Umayyad Mosque, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another side of Syria, head for Homs, roughly 161 kilometres south of Aleppo. Citadel of Homs, Khalid ibn Al-Walid Mosque and Al Jilani Mosque are key reasons to visit.
