Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Harbin Taiping International Airport (HRB): what you need to know
The timezone in Harbin is UTC+8, which is 15 hours ahead of San Francisco.
Leave plenty of time to catch your SFO to HRB flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Harbin Taiping International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between SFO and HRB include:
Incheon International Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Beijing Capital International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Harbin Taiping International Airport (HRB)
$549 is currently the lowest price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Harbin Taiping International Airport flight. Return flights start at $905. These prices may change based on demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SFO to HRB if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Harbin Taiping International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SFO to HRB by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Harbin Taiping International Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of all flights leaving San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% land on time at their destination.
To get to San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Harbin Taiping International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to SFO:
Arriving at Harbin Taiping International Airport (HRB)
Consider staying in a hotel close to HRB if you're on a late San Francisco International Airport to Harbin Taiping International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Harbin Taiping International Airport (HRB) to central Harbin
You'll find HRB at Yingbin 1st Rd.
Harbin Taiping International Airport to the center of Harbin has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometers away.
When to fly to Harbin Taiping International Airport (HRB)
April is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Harbin Taiping International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Harbin in February.
Book your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Harbin Taiping International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Harbin during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to HRB in January. Temperatures average between -27ºC (-17ºF) and -9ºC (16ºF) then.
Explore more of China
Changchun is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Harbin. Around 241 kilometers away to the south-west, its best attractions include South Lake Park, Forest Scenic Area, South of Nanhu Park, Changchun City and Museum of the Imperial Palace of Manchukuo.
Around 209 kilometers south of Harbin, Jilin is another favorite stop in China. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Northeast China Tiger and Leopard National Park, 雾凇长廊 and 东门大吉星空主题文创夜市.
