Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Tbilisi International Airport (TBS): what you need to know
The timezone in Tbilisi is UTC+4, which is 11 hours ahead of San Francisco.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your SFO to TBS flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Tbilisi International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between SFO and TBS include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Ben Gurion International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Tbilisi International Airport (TBS)
At the moment, ₹ 51,462 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Tbilisi International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ₹ 82,199. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SFO to TBS if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Tbilisi International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SFO to TBS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Tbilisi International Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of the flights that depart from San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% land on schedule at their destination.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tbilisi International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to SFO:
Arriving at Tbilisi International Airport (TBS)
Book a hotel near TBS if you're catching a late San Francisco International Airport to Tbilisi International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Tbilisi International Airport rental car and explore Tbilisi and beyond with your own wheels. TBILISICARS.COM, Carwiz and Avis are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Tbilisi International Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) to central Tbilisi
Tbilisi International Airport to the centre of Tbilisi has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Tbilisi International Airport (TBS)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tbilisi International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Tbilisi. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Tbilisi is July, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Tbilisi International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SFO to TBS sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Georgia
Tbilisi is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Georgia you should also see. Around 177 kilometres west of Tbilisi, a trip to Kutaisi will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Bagrati Cathedral, Kutaisi Historical Museum and Kutaisi Botanical Garden.
If you want to check out another corner of Georgia, consider Batumi, roughly 257 kilometres west of Tbilisi. Batumi Boulevard, Alphabetic Tower and Ali and Nino are among its highlights.
