Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Stuttgart Airport (STR): what you need to know
The timezone in Stuttgart is UTC+1, which is eight hours ahead of San Francisco.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your SFO to STR flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Stuttgart Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between SFO and STR:
Zurich Airport
Frankfurt Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)
Currently, C$346 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Stuttgart Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$840. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from SFO to STR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Stuttgart Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across every month and score a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SFO to STR by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Stuttgart Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
77.36% of flights leaving from San Francisco International Airport reach their destination on time.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your vacation off to a relaxed start by staying near SFO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Stuttgart Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Stuttgart Airport (STR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late San Francisco International Airport to Stuttgart Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near STR instead:
Pick up a Stuttgart Airport rental car and explore Stuttgart and beyond with your own wheels. Flex To Go, Alamo and Enterprise are popular outlets you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Stuttgart Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to central Stuttgart
From Stuttgart Airport, Stuttgart is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Stuttgart Airport (STR)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Stuttgart Airport is January, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Stuttgart based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Stuttgart Airport for July if you want to visit Stuttgart during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to STR in January. Temperatures average between -7ºC (19ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Germany
Stuttgart is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Germany you should also see. About 193 kilometres east of Stuttgart, a visit to Munich will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Marienplatz, Deutsches Museum and BMW Museum.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Germany, head for Essen, roughly 338 kilometres north-west of Stuttgart. Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese are the start of reasons to visit.