Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Hanoi Airport (HAN): what you need to know
The timezone in Hanoi is UTC+7, which is 15 hours ahead of San Francisco.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your SFO to HAN flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Hanoi Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between SFO and HAN include:
Tokyo Haneda Airport
Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Hanoi Airport (HAN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Hanoi Airport flight is Rs105,599. A return fare is currently Rs197,698. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from SFO to HAN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Hanoi Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SFO to HAN by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Hanoi Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of the departures from San Francisco International Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to SFO? If you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Hanoi Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Hanoi Airport (HAN)
If you're getting in on a late San Francisco International Airport to Hanoi Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near HAN:
Pick up a Hanoi Airport rental car and explore parts of Hanoi that aren't on a typical itinerary. Find your perfect set of wheels with Dichung Car Rental.
Book your ride from Hanoi Airport several weeks in advance to lock in the best possible deal. If you're going away during a peak period, it's a good idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Hanoi Airport (HAN) to central Hanoi
Hanoi Airport to the centre of Hanoi has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to Hanoi Airport (HAN)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Hanoi Airport is March, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Hanoi based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Hanoi Airport for June if you'd like to visit Hanoi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 36ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SFO to HAN sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
