Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Gimhae International Airport (PUS): what you need to know
The timezone in Busan is UTC+9, which is 16 hours ahead of San Francisco.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your SFO to PUS flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Gimhae International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between SFO and PUS include:
Incheon International Airport
Kansai International Airport
Narita International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
Currently, Rs122,331 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Gimhae International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs250,212. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from SFO to PUS, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Gimhae International Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SFO to PUS by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Gimhae International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
77.36% of flights that leave from San Francisco International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you're taking an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Gimhae International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a San Francisco International Airport to Gimhae International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PUS instead:
Grab a Gimhae International Airport rental car and explore Busan and beyond with your own wheels. With Rental Car Headquarters, Hi Rent A Car and HI RENT A CAR are top providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Gimhae International Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to central Busan
Gimhae International Airport to central Busan is about 11 kilometres. Journey times will vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day, so checking a navigation app for live updates is a good idea.
It'll take around 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Gimhae International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Busan. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Gimhae International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Busan, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from SFO to PUS in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC and 8ºC on average.
Explore more of South Korea
Busan is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of South Korea just waiting to be discovered. Around 322 kilometres north-west of Busan, a trip to Seoul will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower.
Around 354 kilometres north-west of Busan, Incheon is another favourite stop in South Korea. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스.