Travelling from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco is 14 hours behind Vientiane and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Your VTE to SFO flight won't wait if you're 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.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Wattay International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is RM2,606. A round-trip fare is currently RM3,920. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from VTE to SFO if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from Wattay International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
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Handy information about Wattay International Airport (VTE)
73.92% of flights departing from Wattay International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To reach Wattay International Airport from central Vientiane, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near VTE. Whether you've booked an early flight from Wattay International Airport to San Francisco International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're landing on a late Wattay International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near SFO:
Go where the road takes you with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and find adventure across San Francisco and beyond.
Secure the lowest price 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 to central San Francisco has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Wattay International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to San Francisco. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Wattay International Airport to San Francisco International Airport for September if you'd like to explore San Francisco during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from VTE to SFO in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
San Francisco has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be discovered. About 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a visit to San Jose will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
Fresno is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. No journey is complete without experiencing Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.
