Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Phu Quoc Airport (PQC): what you need to know
Phu Quoc is 15 hours ahead of San Francisco and follows the UTC+7 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to PQC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Phu Quoc Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between SFO and PQC:
Incheon International Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Phu Quoc Airport (PQC)
382 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Phu Quoc Airport flight. Return flights start at 703 €. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SFO to PQC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Phu Quoc Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SFO to PQC.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Phu Quoc Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of the flights that depart from San Francisco International Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
San Francisco International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near SFO. Whether you're taking an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Phu Quoc Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Phu Quoc Airport (PQC)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a San Francisco International Airport to Phu Quoc Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PQC instead:
Getting from Phu Quoc Airport (PQC) to central Phu Quoc
Phu Quoc Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Phu Quoc. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Phu Quoc Airport (PQC)
August is the busiest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Phu Quoc Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Phu Quoc in March.
The warmest month in Phu Quoc is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Phu Quoc Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to PQC in January. Temperatures average between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.
Explore more of Vietnam
Phu Quoc has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Vietnam just waiting to be discovered. Around 322 kilometres east of Phu Quoc, a trip to Biên Hòa will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Cat Tien National Park, Ecotourism Dream Garden and Lâm Viên Biên Hoà.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Vietnam, consider Can Tho, roughly 193 kilometres east of Phu Quoc. Cai Rang Floating Market, Chợ nổi and Chợ Nổi Cái Răng are among the biggest draws.
