Travelling from Abuja Airport (ABV) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco is nine hours behind Abuja and follows the UTC-8 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your ABV to SFO flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as December. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Abuja Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ABV and SFO:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Abuja Airport (ABV) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
At the moment, $1,438 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Abuja Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,935. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ABV to SFO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Abuja Airport to San Francisco International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Finding cheap flights from ABV to SFO is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Abuja Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Abuja Airport (ABV)
70% of flights taking off from Abuja Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Abuja Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Abuja. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to ABV? If you've booked an early flight from Abuja Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Consider booking a hotel near SFO if you're taking a late Abuja Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a San Francisco International Airport rental car and explore San Francisco and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from San Francisco International Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Abuja Airport to San Francisco International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to San Francisco. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Abuja Airport to San Francisco International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ABV to SFO sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
You've done San Francisco, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey around 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to check off its top attractions. From Winchester Mystery House to The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
