Travelling from Entebbe Airport (EBB) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco's timezone is UTC-8, making San Francisco 11 hours behind Entebbe.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your EBB to SFO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Entebbe Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between EBB and SFO:
Istanbul Airport
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Hamad International Airport
Handy information about Entebbe Airport (EBB)
65% of flights that take off from Entebbe Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Entebbe Airport from central Entebbe, it takes around 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Entebbe Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to EBB:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're coming in on a late Entebbe Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near SFO:
Fast-track your adventure 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 usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle 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
San Francisco International Airport to central San Francisco has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Entebbe Airport to San Francisco International Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to San Francisco based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Entebbe Airport to San Francisco International Airport for September if you'd like to go to San Francisco during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 24ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EBB to SFO in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC and 16ºC then.
Explore more of the United States
San Francisco is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. About 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a trip to San Jose will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
If you're interested in discovering another side of the United States, head for Fresno, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo are among the biggest draws.
