Travelling from Perth Airport (PER) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco is 15 hours behind Perth and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your PER to SFO flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Perth Airport to San Francisco International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between PER and SFO:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Auckland Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Perth Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is R 9,303. A round-trip fare right now is R 17,536. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from PER to SFO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Perth Airport to San Francisco International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Save time looking for cheap flights from PER to SFO by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Perth Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Perth Airport (PER)
73.04% of flights that leave from Perth Airport reach their destination on time.
Perth Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Perth. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near PER. Whether you're taking an early flight from Perth Airport to San Francisco International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Perth Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Explore without limits with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and chase adventure across San Francisco and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport around one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport to central San Francisco has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Perth Airport to San Francisco International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to San Francisco in February.
When booking your flight from Perth Airport to San Francisco International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PER to SFO sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
San Jose is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of San Francisco. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another favourite stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.
