Travelling from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Cancun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
San Francisco is two hours behind Cancun and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
You can choose from 22 weekly Cancun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. The 12:35 departure with United Airlines is the earliest flight available. Alaska Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 19:10.
To ensure you get on your CUN to SFO flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Getting to San Francisco (and then discovering more of United States!) is easy with Alaska Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Cancun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Alaska Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates CUN to SFO flights is United Airlines. Its services land as planned 71.6% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cancun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CUN and SFO:
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
At the moment, 123 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cancun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 238 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get cheap tickets from CUN to SFO, book your journey five months ahead of your departure date.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Cancun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cancun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Cancun International Airport (CUN)
When it comes to Cancun International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72.87% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Cancun International Airport from central Cancun, it'll take about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near CUN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cancun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're getting in on a late Cancun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near SFO:
Grab a San Francisco International Airport rental car and explore San Francisco and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Cancun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to San Francisco in February.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Lock in your flights from Cancun International Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CUN to SFO in January. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've visited San Francisco, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel about 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to check off its must-visit sights. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another essential stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.