Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Leipzig Airport (LEJ): what you need to know
Leipzig is nine hours ahead of San Francisco and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your SFO to LEJ flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Leipzig Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between SFO and LEJ include:
Istanbul Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Munich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Leipzig Airport (LEJ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Leipzig Airport flight is 364 €. A return ticket right now is 735 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from SFO to LEJ, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Leipzig Airport.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SFO to LEJ.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Leipzig Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
78% of flights taking off from San Francisco International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 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 trip time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Leipzig Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to SFO:
Arriving at Leipzig Airport (LEJ)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late San Francisco International Airport to Leipzig Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LEJ instead:
Grab a Leipzig Airport rental car and discover Leipzig and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Keddy By Europcar and Sixt are popular providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Leipzig Airport about one week before your departure date.
When to fly to Leipzig Airport (LEJ)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Leipzig Airport is January, while October is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Leipzig based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Leipzig Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Leipzig, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to LEJ in January. Temperatures average between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of Germany
Leipzig has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Germany just waiting to be discovered. Around 153 kilometres north-east of Leipzig, a trip to Berlin will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall and Parliament Building.
Around 290 kilometres north-west of Leipzig, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.