Flying from Bergen Airport (BGO) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-8, which is nine hours behind Bergen.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your BGO to SFO flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Bergen Airport to San Francisco International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BGO and SFO include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
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How to find the cheapest flights from Bergen Airport (BGO) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Currently, 418 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Bergen Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 494 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from BGO to SFO, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Bergen Airport to San Francisco International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Bergen Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Bergen Airport (BGO)
Bergen Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 89% of flights that depart BGO arrive at their destination without delay.
Central Bergen to Bergen Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Bergen Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near BGO:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Bergen Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond San Francisco's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport to central San Francisco has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
It'll take around 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
July is the busiest month for flights from Bergen Airport to San Francisco International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to San Francisco in March.
When reserving your flight from Bergen Airport to San Francisco International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BGO to SFO in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen San Francisco, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Journey around 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to tick off its top sights. From Winchester Mystery House to The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.