Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Skopje International Airport (SKP): what you need to know
Skopje's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Skopje eight hours ahead of San Francisco.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to SKP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Skopje International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between SFO and SKP include:
Frankfurt Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Copenhagen Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Skopje International Airport (SKP)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Skopje International Airport flight is Rs137,490. A return fare is currently Rs166,400. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SFO to SKP. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Skopje International Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SFO to SKP by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Skopje International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
When it comes to San Francisco International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.36% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near SFO? If you're catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Skopje International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Skopje International Airport (SKP)
Reserve a hotel close to SKP if you have a late San Francisco International Airport to Skopje International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Skopje International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from 387rentacar, Avant Car or Carwiz and explore beyond Skopje's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Skopje International Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to central Skopje
Skopje International Airport to central Skopje has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Skopje International Airport (SKP)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Skopje International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Skopje. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Skopje is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Skopje International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to SKP in January. Temperatures average between -8ºC and 8ºC then.
Explore more of North Macedonia
Bitola is just one of the many cities in North Macedonia waiting to be explored after you've seen Skopje. Around 105 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Memorial Park Beit Haim-Monastir, Od Babam Bitola Odgleduvcnica za Sarplaninci and Park Karposh Bitola.
Around 29 kilometres north-east of Skopje, Kumanovo is another favourite stop in North Macedonia. No visit is complete without checking out MTB Road Cross Cycling Kumanovo, Pivo Park and Monument to the People's Revolution.
