Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Sanya Airport (SYX): what you need to know
The timezone in Sanya is UTC+8, which is 16 hours ahead of San Francisco.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your SFO to SYX flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Sanya Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between SFO and SYX:
Shanghai Pudong Airport
Beijing Capital Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Sanya Airport (SYX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Sanya Airport flight is R 7,822. A return ticket is currently R 14,990. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from SFO to SYX, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Sanya Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Picking up cheap flights from SFO to SYX is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Sanya Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of the flights that depart from San Francisco International Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.
San Francisco International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near SFO? If you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sanya Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Sanya Airport (SYX)
If you're landing on a late San Francisco International Airport to Sanya Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near SYX:
Travel where the road takes you with a Sanya Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Sanya that most tourists miss.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Sanya Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Rates generally rise closer to the day of travel.
When to fly to Sanya Airport (SYX)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sanya Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Sanya. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Sanya is June, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Sanya Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to SYX in January. Average temperatures are between 15ºC (59ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
