Flying from Canberra Airport (CBR) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-7, which is 18 hours behind Canberra.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CBR to SFO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak month such as February? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Canberra Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between CBR and SFO:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Brisbane Airport
Nadi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Canberra Airport (CBR) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
543 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Canberra Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Return flights start from 1.072 €. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CBR to SFO if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Canberra Airport to San Francisco International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from CBR to SFO by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Canberra Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Canberra Airport (CBR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Canberra Airport, data shows 72.61% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Canberra Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Canberra. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Canberra Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near CBR:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Canberra Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Grab a San Francisco International Airport rental car and explore San Francisco and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are top providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Canberra Airport to San Francisco International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to San Francisco. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Book your flights from Canberra Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CBR to SFO in January. Average temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
San Jose is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen San Francisco. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another favourite stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.
