Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC): what you need to know
Phu Quoc's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Phu Quoc 14 hours ahead of San Francisco.
Your SFO to PQC flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Phu Quoc International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SFO and PQC:
Incheon International Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Phu Quoc International Airport flight is 382 €. A return plane ticket right now is 804 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from SFO to PQC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Phu Quoc International Airport.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Phu Quoc International Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
77.36% of flights that leave from San Francisco International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
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 ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near SFO. Whether you have an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Phu Quoc International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC)
If you're getting in on a late San Francisco International Airport to Phu Quoc International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near PQC:
Getting from Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) to central Phu Quoc
Phu Quoc International Airport to the centre of Phu Quoc has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
When to fly to Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Phu Quoc International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Phu Quoc based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Phu Quoc International Airport for May if you want to explore Phu Quoc during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look 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 going for it, but there are so many other parts of Vietnam waiting to be explored. Around 322 kilometres east of Phu Quoc, a trip to Biên Hòa will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Tú Phong Lan, Vinh Dư and mieu binh da.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Vietnam, head for Can Tho, roughly 193 kilometres east of Phu Quoc. Cai Rang Floating Market, Ong Temple and Can Tho Museum are key highlights.