Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Mangalore Airport (IXE): what you need to know
Mangalore is 12 hours 30 minutes ahead of San Francisco and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your SFO to IXE flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Mangalore Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between SFO and IXE:
Kempegowda International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Mangalore Airport (IXE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Mangalore Airport flight is RM2,053. A return fare right now is RM4,303. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from SFO to IXE. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Mangalore Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SFO to IXE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Mangalore Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of all flights leaving San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to SFO? If you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Mangalore Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Mangalore Airport (IXE)
Consider booking a hotel near IXE if you're catching a late San Francisco International Airport to Mangalore Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Mangalore Airport (IXE) to central Mangalore
From Mangalore Airport, Mangalore is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Mangalore Airport (IXE)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Mangalore Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Mangalore based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Mangalore is April, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Mangalore Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from SFO to IXE in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
You've done Mangalore, now it's time to discover other corners of India. Journey about 290 kilometres east to Bengaluru to check off its must-visit sights. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 306 kilometres south-east of Mangalore, Coimbatore is another favourite stop in India. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.
