Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Surat Airport (STV): what you need to know
The timezone in Surat is UTC+5:30, which is 13 hours 30 minutes ahead of San Francisco.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to STV flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Surat Airport. These are the top stopovers between SFO and STV:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Bengaluru Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Surat Airport (STV)
Right now, 549 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Surat Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 989 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from SFO to STV, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Surat Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Surat Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of the departures from San Francisco International Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
San Francisco International Airport is around 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 get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Surat Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near SFO:
Arriving at Surat Airport (STV)
Book a hotel close to STV if you have a late San Francisco International Airport to Surat Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Surat Airport (STV) to central Surat
Surat Airport to the centre of Surat has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Surat Airport (STV)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Surat Airport. May is the busiest month to visit Surat. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Surat is April, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Surat Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from SFO to STV in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
Mumbai is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered once you've seen Surat. Around 241 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Marine Drive View Sunset Point.
Around 209 kilometres north of Surat, Ahmedabad is another favourite stop in India. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Akshardham Temple, Centre of akshardham and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir.
