Flying from Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco is four hours behind Florianopolis and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
To ensure you get on your FLN to SFO flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Hercilio Luz International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Many travellers pass through Tocumen International Airport when flying between FLN and SFO.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
352 € is the best price for a one-way Hercilio Luz International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. A return flight starts from 583 €. These prices may change based on demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from FLN to SFO, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Hercilio Luz International Airport to San Francisco International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
Hercilio Luz International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 80.96% of flights that depart FLN land on time.
To reach Hercilio Luz International Airport from central Florianopolis, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near FLN:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Consider staying in a hotel near SFO if you're taking a late Hercilio Luz International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a San Francisco International Airport rental car and discover San Francisco and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from San Francisco International Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of San Francisco. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to San Francisco based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Lock in your flights from Hercilio Luz International Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from FLN to SFO sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
San Francisco is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. Around 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a trip to San Jose will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
Fresno is another well-known destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. No journey is complete without experiencing Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.