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Cheapest round-trip
$1,370
Typical prices: $1,606-$2,034
Emirates
Wed 4/4Sun 4/8
SFO - ASM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$1,713
Typical prices: $946-$1,294
Turkish Airlines
Sat 12/22
SFO - ASM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Asmara. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
9 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 17% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
December
Cheapest • 24% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Cheapest • Avg $1,706 (round-trip)
Istanbul (IST)
Shortest trip • 22h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Asmara (SFO-ASM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Asmara

Sun, Apr 4 - Thu, Apr 8
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5:05 pm - 10:25 pmSFO  San Francisco-ASM Asmara Intl
43h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
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11:25 pm - 2:00 pmASM  Asmara Intl-SFO San Francisco
24h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
$1,370Emirates
Sat, Jan 16 - Wed, Apr 7
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3:40 pm - 10:30 pmSFO  San Francisco-ASM Asmara Intl
43h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
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11:25 pm - 2:00 pmASM  Asmara Intl-SFO San Francisco
24h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
$1,420Emirates
Sun, Jan 3 - Thu, Mar 4
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3:40 pm - 10:30 pmSFO  San Francisco-ASM Asmara Intl
43h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
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11:30 pm - 1:35 pmASM  Asmara Intl-SFO San Francisco
25h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
$1,440Emirates
Sun, Jan 3 - Wed, Mar 3
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3:40 pm - 10:30 pmSFO  San Francisco-ASM Asmara Intl
43h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
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11:30 pm - 1:35 pmASM  Asmara Intl-SFO San Francisco
25h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
$1,440Emirates
Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Feb 16
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6:35 pm - 12:30 amSFO  San Francisco-ASM Asmara Intl
18h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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1:50 am - 4:30 pmASM  Asmara Intl-SFO San Francisco
25h 40m1 stop Istanbul
$1,510Turkish Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Feb 16
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:35 pm - 12:30 amSFO  San Francisco-ASM Asmara Intl
18h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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1:50 am - 4:30 pmASM  Asmara Intl-SFO San Francisco
25h 40m1 stop Istanbul
$1,526Turkish Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Feb 16
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6:35 pm - 12:30 amSFO  San Francisco-ASM Asmara Intl
18h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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1:50 am - 4:30 pmASM  Asmara Intl-SFO San Francisco
25h 40m1 stop Istanbul
$1,576Turkish Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Feb 17
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11:05 pm - 10:30 pmSFO  San Francisco-ASM Asmara Intl
36h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Dubai Intl
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11:30 pm - 1:35 pmASM  Asmara Intl-SFO San Francisco
25h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
$1,700Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jan 16 - Tue, Apr 6
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6:35 pm - 2:25 amSFO  San Francisco-ASM Asmara Intl
44h 50m2 stops Istanbul Cairo
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12:45 am - 4:55 pmASM  Asmara Intl-SFO San Francisco
26h 10m1 stop Istanbul
$1,704Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 31 - Wed, Mar 3
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3:40 pm - 10:30 pmSFO  San Francisco-ASM Asmara Intl
43h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
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11:30 pm - 8:17 pmASM  Asmara Intl-SFO San Francisco
31h 47m2 stops Dubai Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$1,716Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Asmara flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Asmara?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Asmara typically range from $1,606 to $2,034. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,370, on Emirates.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Asmara?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Asmara. It’s 1% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 35% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Asmara?

•December is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Asmara at $1,290 round-trip.
•July ($2,434) and May ($1,958) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 88% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San Francisco to Asmara the cheapest?

Flights from San Francisco to Asmara are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 17% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for San Francisco to Asmara flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$1,370
Beat the crowds with an average 81% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 205% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from San Francisco to Asmara

When to book flights from San Francisco to Asmara

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Asmara based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San Francisco to Asmara flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Asmara?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Asmara.

  • How long is a flight from San Francisco to Asmara?

    A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Asmara takes 00m, covering 8,578 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Asmara?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Asmara flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Asmara range from $1,606 to $2,034, with an average of $1,707 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,606 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Francisco to Asmara flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 1% above the $1,707 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from San Francisco to Asmara changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,370 to $3,679. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from San Francisco to Asmara looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Asmara are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $2,146, which is 71% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Asmara?

    Flights from San Francisco to Asmara usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Asmara Intl (ASM).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Asmara pass through?

    Connecting flights from San Francisco to Asmara most commonly pass through:

    • Istanbul (IST) - 87% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 13% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Asmara?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from San Francisco to Asmara. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $1,698 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $2,305, a difference of $607.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Asmara?

    Flying via Istanbul (IST) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 22h 15m, compared with 33h 01m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between San Francisco and Asmara?

    Asmara is 11 hours ahead of San Francisco (Eastern Africa Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to Asmara flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $1,698, about $607 less than Friday fares (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 17% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Asmara trip for December. Fares historically average $1,290 round-trip in that month - typically $1,144 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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