Traveling from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco's timezone is UTC-7, making San Francisco 14 hours behind Phuket.
Leave enough time to make your HKT to SFO flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Traveling during a peak month like February? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Phuket International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between HKT and SFO:
Hong Kong International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Phuket International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is $467. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $879. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from HKT to SFO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Phuket International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from HKT to SFO.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Phuket International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Of all flights departing from Phuket International Airport, 65.93% land on time at their destination.
Phuket International Airport is about 32 kilometers from central Phuket. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to HKT? If you're boarding an early flight from Phuket International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Phuket International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz to explore San Francisco and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport about one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport to the center of San Francisco has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometers away.
Getting to the center by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Phuket International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to San Francisco based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Phuket International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from HKT to SFO sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
San Jose is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced San Francisco. Around 64 kilometers away to the south-east, its best attractions include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
Fresno is another essential stop in United States and is around 257 kilometers south-east of San Francisco. No journey is complete without seeing Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.
