Travelling from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco's timezone is UTC-7, making San Francisco 16 hours behind Fukuoka.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your FUK to SFO flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Fukuoka Airport to San Francisco International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between FUK and SFO:
Hong Kong International Airport
Haneda Airport
Narita International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Right now, ر.ق. 1,379 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Fukuoka Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ر.ق. 2,907. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from FUK to SFO if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your flight from Fukuoka Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from FUK to SFO.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Fukuoka Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
FUK is located at 348 Kamiusui, Hakata Ward.
Of all flights departing from Fukuoka Airport, 68.19% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Fukuoka Airport from central Fukuoka, it takes around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a handy hotel near FUK? If you're catching an early flight from Fukuoka Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Fukuoka Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Explore without limits with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and venture far and wide through San Francisco and beyond.
Booking your ride from San Francisco International Airport about one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of San Francisco. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It takes roughly 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Fukuoka Airport to San Francisco International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to San Francisco. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Fukuoka Airport to San Francisco International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 22ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from FUK to SFO in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of United States
San Francisco has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. Around 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a visit to San Jose will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in United States, consider Fresno, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden are among its highlights.
