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Connecting route · United States → Kyrgyzstan

Flights from San Francisco to Bishkek

There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Bishkek. The easiest way is one stop via Beijing or Istanbul, about 18h 43m door to door.

No direct flights · 3 connection options From 18h 43m
SFOBSZPEK

San Francisco to Bishkek at a glance

Fastest journey18h 43mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Beijing or Istanbul

Best ways to fly from San Francisco to Bishkek

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

1
SFO Beijing (PEK) BSZ
Leg 1: Air China, United Airlines · Leg 2: Air China
One airline, one ticket ~18h 43m
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2
SFO Istanbul (IST) BSZ
Leg 1: Turkish Airlines · Leg 2: Turkish Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~20h 40m
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3
SFO Seoul (ICN) BSZ
Leg 1: Air Premia, Asiana Airlines, Korean Air · Leg 2: Trinity Airways
Self-transfer likely ~20h 20m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
10,884 km6,759 miles
Journey time
18h 43mestimate
Time difference
+14hBishkek vs San Francisco
Currency in Bishkek
USD
Airports
SFO → BSZ

Flights from San Francisco to Bishkek: questions answered

Are there direct flights from San Francisco to Bishkek?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Beijing, Istanbul and Seoul. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from San Francisco to Bishkek?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 18h 43m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 10,884 km.
Where do you change planes between San Francisco and Bishkek?
The best connecting points are Beijing (PEK), Istanbul (IST) and Seoul (ICN). Air China flies both legs via Beijing, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve San Francisco and Bishkek?
San Francisco: San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Bishkek: Manas International Airport (BSZ).
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Bishkek?
Bishkek is 14 hours ahead of San Francisco.

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