Travelling from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-7, which is 20 hours behind Queenstown.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your ZQN to SFO flight.
During popular months such as January, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Currently, R 8,609 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Queenstown Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 15,732. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from ZQN to SFO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Queenstown Airport to San Francisco International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ZQN to SFO.
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Handy information about Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
ZQN is located at P.O. Box 64.
79.18% of flights departing from Queenstown Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Queenstown to Queenstown Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport will take about 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from Queenstown Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near ZQN:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SFO if you're on a late Queenstown Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a San Francisco International Airport rental car and discover San Francisco and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride from San Francisco International Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Queenstown Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit San Francisco in February.
Before locking in your flight from Queenstown Airport to San Francisco International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ZQN to SFO in January. Average temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've done San Francisco, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Travel about 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to tick off its top attractions. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.
