Travelling from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco's timezone is UTC-7, making San Francisco 15 hours behind Chongqing.
To ensure you get on your CKG to SFO flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month like April? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CKG and SFO:
Hong Kong International Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is R 8,962. A round-trip ticket is currently R 21,067. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from CKG to SFO, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport to San Francisco International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CKG to SFO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)
CKG is located at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 81.1% of flights that depart CKG arrive at their destination without delay.
Central Chongqing to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near CKG. Whether you're taking an early flight from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport to San Francisco International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're landing on a late Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near SFO:
Follow your own route with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and experience more of San Francisco and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit San Francisco based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Book your flights from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CKG to SFO sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've seen San Francisco, now it's time to discover more of United States. Journey around 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to tick off its top attractions. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another essential stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.
