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Popular flight routes to San Francisco

DEN
Flights from Denver to San Francisco
$12 $11
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DFW
Flights from Dallas to San Francisco
$16 $15
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ONT
Flights from Ontario, CA to San Francisco
$21 $20
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PHX
Flights from Phoenix to San Francisco
$26 $25
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CHI
Flights from Chicago to San Francisco
$39 $38
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ORL
Flights from Orlando to San Francisco
$40 $39
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Cheap Flights to San Francisco (SFO)

About San Francisco

San Francisco is America's second most densely populated city, known for its vibrant alternative culture. The city is located in Northern California and was founded by Spanish colonists. This distinctly Latin influence is still noticeable to this day. The city also has large Asian communities. San Francisco is known for its liberal attitudes and has often been the focal point for various countercultures, including the Beats, hippies and the LGBT rights movement. Different areas of the city offer a totally different experience, meaning there's a wide variety of San Francisco attractions. Visitors will struggle to fit everything in and are sure to book more flights to San Francisco so that they can see the rest some other time. Discover here the best offers for Flight + Hotel to San Francisco.

Things to do and places to visit in San Francisco

Where to start? There is so much to experience in San Francisco, but a visit isn't complete without seeing the Golden Gate Bridge, possibly San Francisco's most famous attraction. There are many other things vying for that title though. Alcatraz Island out in the bay, the city's steep hills with their old-timey trams, the City Lights book store and much more compete for visitors' attention. There are fantastic places to eat, tons of history to explore and unbelievable culture to take in. The area around San Francisco also offers stunningly beautiful scenery.

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Airports in San Francisco

Flights to San Francisco land at either San Francisco International Airport or Oakland International Airport. As the crow flies, the two airports are roughly the same distance from San Francisco, though it takes longer to drive from Oakland International due to its location across the bay.

San Francisco International Airport

Top Carriers

Top carriers include: United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic and British Airways.

Location

It is found roughly 21km south of Downtown San Francisco.

Transportation

The airport has its own station on San Francisco's BART public transport system plus 5 lines of the SamTrans bus service (140, 292, 397, 398 and KX), all of which allow visitors to travel between San Francisco and the airport. It is also possible to find a taxi at the airport.

San Jose International Airport

Top Carriers

A number of airlines operate from San Jose International Airport including: American Airlines, United Airlines and Alaska Airlines.

Location

San Jose International airport is conveniently located approximately 3 miles north of downtown San Jose.

Transportation

There are several car rental companies operating from the Rental Car Center at the airport. The VTA Airport Flyer bus service connects the airport to the Metro Light Rail Station. Shuttle services and taxis are available from both terminals.

Frequently asked questions about flights to San Francisco

How can I find cheap flights to San Francisco on eDreams?
At eDreams you will find flights from $11 to San Francisco. Thanks to the combination of various technologies, machine learning algorithms and real user searches on our platform, you will be able to choose between the different options that best suit your needs when you have to fly to San Francisco.
Which airlines fly to San Francisco?
Airlines flying direct from the US to San Francisco include:
  • Frontier Airlines, with flights from Las Vegas, Atlanta and from Denver, for example.
  • Alaska Airlines also operates numerous flights, some of them originating from New York, Los Angeles and Newark - Nj.
  • United Airlines, with flights from Newark - Nj to San Francisco and Los Angeles and also from Las Vegas.
Airlines with indirect flights to San Francisco include:
  • Frontier Airlines, which flies from Chicago, Atlanta or null.
  • American Airlines, with flights from Austin, TX and Fort Lauderdale, FL, as well as from Atlanta.
  • United Airlines, with flights from Fort Lauderdale, FL, Orlando and also New York.
How long before a flight to San Francisco should I be at the airport?
If you want to be on time for your flight to San Francisco, you should get to the airport at least two to three hours in advance. Check-ins, security controls, customs, and boarding the airplane can take some time. At eDreams, you can find the best deals for flights to San Francisco departing from over 459 cities and choose from a variety of services that will improve your time at the airport and guarantee a much better travel experience, such as priority boarding and additional luggage. For more convenience, when booking your flight to San Francisco with eDreams you can also add insurance or opt for a refundable fare and have a problem-free trip!
What is the name of San Francisco’s airport?
San Francisco is served by 8 airport[s]. San Francisco Intl Airport operates flights towards both domestic and international destinations within 459 cities, such as Las Vegas, Denver and Vancouver, the most popular routes.
How far is San Francisco’s airport from the city centre?
San Francisco’s airport San Francisco Intl Airport is located 11 miles from the city centre.
How much is the trip from the airport to San Francisco’s city centre?
Public transport: The price for the trip is about 3.00 USD per person.
Taxi: If you have more budget and prefer to take a taxi from San Francisco Intl Airport , the average price for the ride to San Francisco centre is around 4.00 USD per km.
Car: For more convenience and freedom during your stay, eDreams has the best offers of car rentals in San Francisco. Pick your preferred car type and get from San Francisco Intl Airport to San Francisco city centre on your own terms.
What is the weather like in San Francisco?
If you're looking for summer vibes, the best time to travel to San Francisco is in June, July and September, when the average temperature reaches 26.71 °C, while June, October and September are the 3 sunniest months of the year, with an average of 104.44 hours. However, if you prefer colder temperatures, make sure you visit San Francisco during January, December or February to experience an average of 7.1 °C. For those who don't care too much about temperatures, but want to avoid getting wet in the rain, it's important to avoid travelling during April, May and June, when the average precipitation in San Francisco is 6.75 mm, while the months of January, February and March are drier, with an average of 0 mm.
Airport code SFO SFO is the airport IATA code on flights to San Francisco
Top Airline Aeromexico Popular airline with flights to San Francisco

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