Flying from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco is 15 hours behind Dalian and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your DLC to SFO flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between DLC and SFO:
Hong Kong International Airport
Incheon International Airport
Kansai International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is $737. A return plane ticket is currently $1,435. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from DLC to SFO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)
You'll find DLC at 100 Yingke Road.
Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 90.44% of flights that take off from DLC reach their destination on time.
Central Dalian to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Taking an early flight from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near DLC:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Book a hotel close to SFO if you're on a late Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond San Francisco's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from San Francisco International Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport to the centre of San Francisco has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to San Francisco in February.
Lock in your flight from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport to San Francisco International Airport for September if you'd like to visit San Francisco during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 22ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 16ºC. Search for cheap tickets from DLC to SFO around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
San Jose is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of San Francisco. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
If you want to check out another major destination in United States, consider Fresno, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden are among the biggest draws.
