Travelling from Xiamen Airport (XMN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco is 16 hours behind Xiamen and follows the UTC-8 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your XMN to SFO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Xiamen Airport (XMN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Xiamen Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is $842. A return fare is currently $1,193. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from XMN to SFO if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
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Handy information about Xiamen Airport (XMN)
XMN is located at 117 Xiangyun 1st Rd.
Xiamen Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 86% of flights that take off from XMN arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central Xiamen to Xiamen Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a journey time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Xiamen Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to XMN:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SFO if you're taking a late Xiamen Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond San Francisco's main sights.
Booking your ride from San Francisco International Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of San Francisco. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
July is the busiest month for flights from Xiamen Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to San Francisco in March.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Xiamen Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from XMN to SFO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
San Jose is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of San Francisco. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in the United States, head for Fresno, about 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo are among its highlights.