Travelling from Buenos Aires to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): What you need to know
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-8, which is five hours behind Buenos Aires. San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco.
Your flight from Buenos Aires to SFO won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Popular months like September or other peak periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield (AEP)
Travelling from central Buenos Aires to AEP takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield? If you've booked an early flight from Buenos Aires to San Francisco International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
64% of flights taking off from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airfield touch down at their destination on schedule.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE)
Knock a new city off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Buenos Aires to San Francisco International Airport, check out these options when taking off from Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
You can arrive at EZE from the centre of Buenos Aires in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport the day before your Buenos Aires to SFO flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 78%.
About San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Have a late flight from Buenos Aires to San Francisco International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near SFO and shut your eyes sooner:
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Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
From San Francisco International Airport, central San Francisco is around 21 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to San Francisco International Airport is 349 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 624 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Buenos Aires to SFO. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Buenos Aires to San Francisco International Airport (SFO). July is when most people visit San Francisco. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in December.
Book a Buenos Aires to SFO plane ticket departing in September if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in San Francisco to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Buenos Aires to San Francisco International Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about San Francisco
Start your San Francisco trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Buenos Aires to San Francisco International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island are must-visits when exploring San Francisco.
Explore more of the United States
Fresno is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen San Francisco. Around 257 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in the United States, head for Sacramento, roughly 129 kilometres northeast of San Francisco. California State Railroad Museum, Old Sacramento State Historic Park and Crocker Art Museum are key highlights.