Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Kobe Airport (UKB): what you need to know
Osaka's timezone is UTC+9, making Osaka 17 hours ahead of San Francisco.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to UKB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Kobe Airport. Many travellers pass through Tokyo Haneda Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Kobe Airport (UKB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Kobe Airport flight is R 6,991. A return fare is currently R 14,742. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from SFO to UKB. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Kobe Airport.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Kobe Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
When it comes to San Francisco International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it takes around 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Kobe Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near SFO:
Arriving at Kobe Airport (UKB)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late San Francisco International Airport to Kobe Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near UKB instead:
Grab a Kobe Airport rental car and explore Osaka and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Times and Rakuten are popular outlets to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Kobe Airport a few weeks in advance. Prices typically go up closer to your departure date.
Getting from Kobe Airport (UKB) to central Osaka
UKB is located at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
From Kobe Airport, Osaka is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Kobe Airport (UKB)
April is the busiest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Kobe Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Osaka in March.
When booking your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Kobe Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Osaka, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SFO to UKB sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Osaka, now it's time to discover other parts of Japan. Journey around 402 kilometres east to Tokyo to tick off its popular sights. From Tokyo Skytree to Fushimi Inari Daimyojin and Sensho-ji, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Nagoya is another sought-after destination in Japan and is around 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. No trip is complete without experiencing Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.
