Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport (SAI): what you need to know
Siem Reap is 14 hours ahead of San Francisco and observes the UTC+7 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your SFO to SAI flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport. Changi International Airport is a popular stopover on the SFO to SAI route.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport (SAI)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport flight is R 6,312. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 11,484. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from SFO to SAI, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SFO to SAI by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
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Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
77.36% of flights leaving from San Francisco International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near SFO. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport (SAI)
Once your San Francisco International Airport to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport flight has landed, kick back at a nearby hotel. Chansor Community Homestay 18 is a comfy option within easy reach of SAI.
Getting from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport (SAI) to central Siem Reap
From Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport, Siem Reap is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport (SAI)
April is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Siem Reap in April.
Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport for March if you want to visit Siem Reap during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to SAI in January. Average temperatures are between 18ºC (64ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF) then.
Explore more of Cambodia
Siem Reap is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Cambodia waiting to be discovered. Around 225 kilometres south-east of Siem Reap, a trip to Phnom Penh will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Royal Palace, Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and Wat Phnom.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Cambodia, consider Sihanoukville, roughly 306 kilometres south of Siem Reap. Ochheuteal Beach, Wat Leu Temple and Wat Krom Temple are the start of reasons to visit.