Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Zayed International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, which is 12 hours ahead of San Francisco.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your SFO to AUH flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Zayed International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SFO and AUH:
London Heathrow Airport
Bengaluru Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Zayed International Airport (AUH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Zayed International Airport flight is Rs135,198. A return plane ticket is currently Rs258,921. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from SFO to AUH, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Zayed International Airport.
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Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Zayed International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of San Francisco International Airport, data shows 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it'll take about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to SFO? If you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Zayed International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Consider staying in a hotel near AUH if you're taking a late San Francisco International Airport to Zayed International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Zayed International Airport rental car and discover Abu Dhabi and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Alamo and Europcar are popular providers to choose from here.
Increase your chances of snagging the best possible rate by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your ride from Zayed International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a smart idea.
Getting from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
Zayed International Airport to central Abu Dhabi has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Zayed International Airport (AUH)
December is the busiest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Zayed International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Abu Dhabi in May.
The warmest month in Abu Dhabi is August, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Zayed International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from SFO to AUH in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Dubai is just one of the many cities in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Abu Dhabi. Around 121 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Burj Khalifa, Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk.
Around 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi, Sharjah is another favourite stop in the United Arab Emirates. No visit is complete without checking out Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland.