Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Asmara International Airport (ASM): what you need to know
The timezone in Asmara is UTC+3, which is ten hours ahead of San Francisco.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to ASM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Asmara International Airport. Many passengers pass through Istanbul Ataturk Airport when flying between SFO and ASM.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Asmara International Airport (ASM)
Right now, Rs226,649 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Asmara International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs371,498. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from SFO to ASM, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Asmara International Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of the departures from San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% arrive on time at their destination.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Asmara International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near SFO:
Arriving at Asmara International Airport (ASM)
Consider a stay at Crystal Hotel after arriving from your San Francisco International Airport to Asmara International Airport flight. It's a short drive from ASM and a great option if you'd like to freshen up right away.
Getting from Asmara International Airport (ASM) to central Asmara
Asmara International Airport to central Asmara has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When to fly to Asmara International Airport (ASM)
June is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Asmara International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Asmara in April.
The warmest month in Asmara is June, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Asmara International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to ASM in January. Temperatures average between 10ºC and 24ºC then.
Explore more of Eritrea
Asmara has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Eritrea just waiting to be explored. Around 64 kilometres north-east of Asmara, a visit to Massawa will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Covered Bazaar, Sahaba Mosque and Old railway station.
Another favourite stop in Eritrea, Mek'erka is around 19 kilometres north of Asmara. Set aside time for highlights including Azien.
