Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Asmara Airport (ASM): what you need to know
The timezone in Asmara is UTC+3, which is 11 hours ahead of San Francisco.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to board your SFO to ASM flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to explore a different city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Asmara Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Istanbul Airport is a popular stop between SFO and ASM.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Asmara Airport (ASM)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Asmara Airport flight is R 14,547. A round-trip fare right now is R 19,886. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from SFO to ASM. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when looking for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Asmara Airport.
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Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Asmara Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of all flights departing from San Francisco International Airport, 78% land on schedule 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 driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near SFO? If you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Asmara Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Asmara Airport (ASM)
After your San Francisco International Airport to Asmara Airport flight has touched down, kick back at a hotel close by. Hotel Asmara Palace is a good option within easy reach of ASM.
When to fly to Asmara Airport (ASM)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Asmara Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Asmara. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Asmara is June, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Asmara Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to ASM in January. Temperatures average between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.
