Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Split Airport (SPU): what you need to know
The timezone in Split is UTC+1, which is nine hours ahead of San Francisco.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to SPU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Split Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between SFO and SPU include:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Split Airport (SPU)
At the moment, $702 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Split Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,104. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from SFO to SPU, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Split Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SFO to SPU by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Split Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of San Francisco International Airport, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
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 Split Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Split Airport (SPU)
Consider booking a hotel near SPU if you're on a late San Francisco International Airport to Split Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Split Airport rental car and explore Split and beyond with your own set of wheels. AVIA Rent, Carwiz and united rent a car are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Split Airport around one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
When to fly to Split Airport (SPU)
Travel to Split during the high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but keep in mind prices are usually higher. Or, book flights from San Francisco International Airport to Split Airport during low season to take advantage of lower costs and fewer visitors.
When booking your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Split Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Split, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 31ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to SPU in January. Average temperatures are between 1ºC and 12ºC then.
Explore more of Croatia
You've done Split, now it's time to discover more of Croatia. Journey about 257 kilometres north to Zagreb to check off its leading attractions. From Park Maksimir to Basilica of The Sacred Heart of Jesus and Zagreb Cathedral, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Croatia, head for Rijeka, roughly 257 kilometres north-west of Split. Teatro Fenice, The St. Vitus Cathedral and Church of St. Nicholas are among the biggest draws.