Flying from Surat Airport (STV) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-8, which is 13 hours 30 minutes behind Surat.
Leave enough time to make your STV to SFO flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like May? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Surat Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport is a top stopover on the STV to SFO route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Surat Airport (STV) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Currently, 692 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Surat Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 1.090 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from STV to SFO if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Surat Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
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Handy information about Surat Airport (STV)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Surat Airport, data shows 74% of flights complete their journey on time.
Surat Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Surat. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to STV? If you're boarding an early flight from Surat Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Book a hotel near SFO if you're on a late Surat Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz to explore San Francisco and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from San Francisco International Airport about one week before your departure date.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of San Francisco. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Surat Airport to San Francisco International Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to San Francisco based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your flights from Surat Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from STV to SFO sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
San Francisco is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a trip to San Jose will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another favourite stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
