Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV): what you need to know
Dubrovnik is nine hours ahead of San Francisco and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your SFO to DBV flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Dubrovnik Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between SFO and DBV:
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How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Dubrovnik Airport flight is Rs83,921. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs206,810. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SFO to DBV if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Dubrovnik Airport.
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Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of all flights departing from San Francisco International Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
San Francisco International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Dubrovnik Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near SFO:
Arriving at Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a San Francisco International Airport to Dubrovnik Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near DBV instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Dubrovnik Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, AVIA Rent or Carwiz to explore Dubrovnik and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Dubrovnik Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) to central Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik Airport to the centre of Dubrovnik has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)
July is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Dubrovnik Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Dubrovnik in March.
The warmest month in Dubrovnik is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Dubrovnik Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to DBV in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 12ºC then.
Explore more of Croatia
You've done Dubrovnik, now it's time to explore other corners of Croatia. Travel about 386 kilometres north-west to Zagreb to tick off its top attractions. From Park Maksimir to Basilica of The Sacred Heart of Jesus and Zagreb Cathedral, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Split is another standout destination in Croatia and is around 161 kilometres north-west of Dubrovnik. No trip is complete without visiting Diocletian's Palace, Old Split and Peristil.