Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Daegu International Airport (TAE): what you need to know
The timezone in Daegu is UTC+9, which is 16 hours ahead of San Francisco.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your SFO to TAE flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Daegu International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between SFO and TAE:
Incheon International Airport
Kansai International Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Daegu International Airport (TAE)
$1,076 is currently the lowest price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Daegu International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,343. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SFO to TAE if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Daegu International Airport.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Daegu International Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of the departures from San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% touch down on time at their destination.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to SFO? If you're catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Daegu International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Daegu International Airport (TAE)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a San Francisco International Airport to Daegu International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TAE instead:
Set your own pace with a Daegu International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Daegu that most tourists miss.
To get the best possible deal, book your vehicle from Daegu International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Rates typically rise closer to your travel date.
Getting from Daegu International Airport (TAE) to central Daegu
Daegu International Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Daegu. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a ride-share or cab depends on the time of day, so do some research beforehand.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Daegu International Airport (TAE)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Daegu International Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Daegu. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Daegu International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Daegu, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SFO to TAE in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Korea
Daegu is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of South Korea you should also see. Around 241 kilometres north-west of Daegu, a trip to Seoul will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in South Korea, consider Busan, roughly 80 kilometres south-east of Daegu. Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple are among its highlights.
