Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN): what you need to know
Hanoi is 14 hours ahead of San Francisco and observes the UTC+7 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your SFO to HAN flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SFO and HAN:
Ninoy Aquino International Airport
Narita International Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
Currently, R 4,697 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 8,888. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SFO to HAN. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport.
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Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
77.36% of flights that leave from San Francisco International Airport touch down at their destination on 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.
You can expect a trip time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to SFO? If you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
If you're arriving on a late San Francisco International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near HAN:
Venture beyond Hanoi and explore places that usually fly under the radar with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Noi Bai International Airport rental car from Dichung Car Hire.
Increase your chances of snagging a great price by booking as early as you can. Reserving your ride from Noi Bai International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a good idea.
Getting from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to central Hanoi
Noi Bai International Airport is roughly 26 kilometres from the centre of Hanoi. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 55 minutes.
When to fly to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Hanoi. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Hanoi, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SFO to HAN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Vietnam
You've visited Hanoi, now it's time to discover other corners of Vietnam. Travel around 48 kilometres north-west to Việt Trì to check off its must-visit sights. From Vườn Lan Hiền Vũ to Nhà Vườn Tiến An and Vườn lan Ngọc Tân, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 225 kilometres east of Hanoi, Móng Cái is another favourite stop in Vietnam. Experience major highlights starting with Tra Co beach, Moncay Catholic Church and Chimsu Chill on the beach.