Flying from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-7, which is 15 hours behind Shenzhen.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your SZX to SFO flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
RM1,773 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Return flights start at RM3,288. These fares can change based on demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SZX to SFO if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to San Francisco International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
You'll find SZX at Airport 9th Rd.
79.49% of flights taking off from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Shenzhen to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Booked an early flight from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to SZX:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Reserve a hotel close to SFO if you're catching a late Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond San Francisco's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from San Francisco International Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit San Francisco in February.
When reserving your flight from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SZX to SFO in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
San Francisco has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. Around 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a visit to San Jose will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
Fresno is another standout destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. No trip is complete without seeing Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.