Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Haikou Airport (HAK): what you need to know
Haikou's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Haikou 16 hours ahead of San Francisco.
Your SFO to HAK flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Haikou Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SFO and HAK:
Shanghai Pudong Airport
Beijing Capital Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Haikou Airport (HAK)
487 € is currently the best price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Haikou Airport flight. Return flights start from 745 €. These fares may change based on demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SFO to HAK if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Haikou Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from SFO to HAK is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Haikou Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of the flights that depart from San Francisco International Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
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 ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you're catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Haikou Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Haikou Airport (HAK)
Consider booking a hotel near HAK if you're on a late San Francisco International Airport to Haikou Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Venture beyond Haikou and check out places that usually fly under the radar with your own wheels. You can grab a Haikou Airport rental car from Hertz.
To lock in the best rate, reserve your vehicle from Haikou Airport a few weeks in advance. Prices typically go up closer to your departure date.
When to fly to Haikou Airport (HAK)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Haikou Airport is March, while November is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Haikou based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Haikou Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Haikou, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to HAK in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of China
Haikou is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of China you'll want to see. Around 467 kilometres north-east of Haikou, a trip to Guangzhou will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Canton Tower, Baiyun Mountain and Yuyuan Garden.
Around 483 kilometres north-east of Haikou, Shenzhen is another favourite stop in China. No visit is complete without checking out Huangshan Mountain, The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes.
