Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK): what you need to know
Haikou's timezone is UTC+8, making Haikou 15 hours ahead of San Francisco.
Give yourself enough time to catch your SFO to HAK flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Haikou Meilan International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between SFO and HAK include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Changi International Airport
Beijing Capital International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Haikou Meilan International Airport flight is 399 €. A return plane ticket right now is 692 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SFO to HAK. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Haikou Meilan International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SFO to HAK by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Haikou Meilan International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of all flights leaving San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near SFO? If you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Haikou Meilan International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK)
Consider booking a hotel close to HAK if you have a late San Francisco International Airport to Haikou Meilan International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Haikou Meilan International Airport rental car and discover parts of Haikou that aren't in every guidebook. Find your ideal set of wheels with Hertz.
Book your ride from Haikou Meilan International Airport at least a few weeks in advance to get the lowest price. If you're planning to travel during a busy period, it's wise to book even earlier.
Getting from Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK) to central Haikou
The street address for HAK is Qiongwen Ave.
From Haikou Meilan International Airport, Haikou is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Haikou Meilan International Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Haikou. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Haikou Meilan International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Haikou, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SFO to HAK in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
You've seen Haikou, now it's time to explore more of China. Journey around 467 kilometres north-east to Guangzhou to tick off its must-visit sights. From Canton Tower to Yuexiu Park and Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Shenzhen is another favourite destination in China and is around 483 kilometres north-east of Haikou. No trip is complete without dropping by Window of the World, Dafen Oil Painting Village and Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning.
