Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Jaipur Airport (JAI): what you need to know
Jaipur is 12 hours 30 minutes ahead of San Francisco and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
To ensure you catch your SFO to JAI flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Jaipur Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between SFO and JAI:
Kempegowda International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Jaipur Airport (JAI)
Right now, $922 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Jaipur Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,638. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from SFO to JAI, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Jaipur Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from SFO to JAI.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Jaipur Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
77.36% of flights that leave from San Francisco International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To reach San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you're catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Jaipur Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Jaipur Airport (JAI)
If you have a late San Francisco International Airport to Jaipur Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near JAI:
Venture beyond Jaipur and discover destinations that fly under the radar with your own wheels. You can grab a Jaipur Airport rental car from providers like Europcar or Avis.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Jaipur Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Jaipur Airport (JAI) to central Jaipur
Jaipur Airport to central Jaipur has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.
When to fly to Jaipur Airport (JAI)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Jaipur Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Jaipur based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Jaipur Airport for May if you'd like to visit Jaipur during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 43ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from SFO to JAI in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC and 24ºC on average.
Explore more of India
You've visited Jaipur, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Journey around 241 kilometres north-east to Delhi to tick off its top sights. From Naqqar Khana to Sita ram park and JU Park-2, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another side of India, consider Kanpur, about 451 kilometres east of Jaipur. Allen Forest Zoo, J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church are key highlights.
