Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Changchun Longjia International Airport (CGQ): what you need to know
The timezone in Changchun is UTC+8, which is 15 hours ahead of San Francisco.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your SFO to CGQ flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Changchun Longjia International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between SFO and CGQ include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Incheon International Airport
Beijing Capital International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Changchun Longjia International Airport (CGQ)
P54,163 is currently the lowest price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Changchun Longjia International Airport flight. Return flights start at P68,760. These fares can change depending on availability.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from SFO to CGQ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Changchun Longjia International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SFO to CGQ by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Changchun Longjia International Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
When it comes to San Francisco International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.36% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to SFO? If you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Changchun Longjia International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Changchun Longjia International Airport (CGQ)
Get off your San Francisco International Airport to Changchun Longjia International Airport flight and be sprawled out in your hotel bed shortly after. If you want a convenient option within easy reach of CGQ, check out Qingguo Guesthouse (Changchun Longjia Airport Branch).
Getting from Changchun Longjia International Airport (CGQ) to central Changchun
The street address for CGQ is 105 Provincial Rd.
Changchun Longjia International Airport to the centre of Changchun has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
When to fly to Changchun Longjia International Airport (CGQ)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Changchun Longjia International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Changchun. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Changchun Longjia International Airport for July if you want to explore Changchun during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SFO to CGQ in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -24ºC (-11ºF) and -5ºC (23ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
You've done Changchun, now it's time to discover more of China. Travel about 274 kilometres south-west to Shenyang to tick off its top sights. From Shenyang Imperial Palace to Zhaoling Tomb (Beiling Park) and Beiling Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 97 kilometres east of Changchun, Jilin is another essential stop in China. Start your sightseeing at Northeast China Tiger and Leopard National Park, 雾凇长廊 and 东门大吉星空主题文创夜市.
