Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER): what you need to know
The timezone in Berlin is UTC+1, which is nine hours ahead of San Francisco.
To ensure you get on your SFO to BER flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SFO and BER:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Munich Airport
Copenhagen Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
At the moment, $576 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,181. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from SFO to BER. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SFO to BER by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of all flights leaving San Francisco International Airport, 78% land 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 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near SFO. Whether you're taking an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Book a hotel near BER if you're taking a late San Francisco International Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Berlin Brandenburg Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Enterprise or Keddy By Europcar and discover more of Berlin and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Berlin Brandenburg Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to central Berlin
Berlin Brandenburg Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from the centre of Berlin. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport. September is the busiest month to visit Berlin. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Berlin is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to BER in January. Average temperatures are between -7ºC and 6ºC then.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Germany you should also see. About 257 kilometres north-west of Berlin, a visit to Hamburg will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Germany, head for Essen, about 451 kilometres west of Berlin. PACT Zollverein, Philharmonie Essen and Red Dot Design Museum are the start of reasons to visit.