Travelling from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco's timezone is UTC-7, making San Francisco 12 hours 30 minutes behind Lucknow.
To ensure you catch your LKO to SFO flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. These are the top stopovers between LKO and SFO:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Currently, $877 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,853. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LKO to SFO if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in each month when looking for your flight from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
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Handy information about Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO)
69.64% of flights that depart Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Lucknow to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near LKO. Whether you have an early flight from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to San Francisco International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
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 top providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your ride from San Francisco International Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It typically takes 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to San Francisco based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LKO to SFO sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
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