Flying from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
Popular months like June or high seasons such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise move.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from Hamburg Airport to San Francisco International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between HAM and SFO include:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter United States. Visa regulations can vary and travel documentation requirements change frequently. Before organising your cheap ticket from HAM to SFO, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Hamburg Airport to San Francisco International Airport is $558. The cheapest price for a return flight is $752. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap flight tickets from HAM to SFO, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Hamburg Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from HAM to SFO is straightforward with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has dropped.
Play around with filters to find the best trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Hamburg Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Hamburg. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 29 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 24 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Hamburg Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to HAM:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Hamburg Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport to the centre of San Francisco takes around 20 minutes in a car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It'll take around 47 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Hamburg Airport to San Francisco International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit San Francisco. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Hamburg Airport to San Francisco International Airport for September if you want to go to San Francisco during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 22ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 16ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from HAM to SFO sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about San Francisco
Once you've locked in your flights from HAM to SFO, you'll want to find a place to stay in San Francisco. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this popular destination:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are top attractions which should feature on any good San Francisco itinerary.
Complete your San Francisco trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we do. After booking your cheap ticket to San Francisco International Airport, check out our car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal San Francisco stay.