Travelling from Glasgow to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): What you need to know
Get your trip planning started by working out where you'll board your flight from Glasgow to San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are the two main airports in Glasgow.
San Francisco is seven hours behind Glasgow. San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco, which operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Glasgow to SFO, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
With more people on the move during high season, you'll want to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Glasgow to SFO that include a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between GLA and SFO include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Glasgow International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Glasgow to San Francisco International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
When it comes to Glasgow International Airport's on-time performance, 70.07% of flights complete their journey on time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Work a stopover into your journey at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). It's a key transfer point for flights from Glasgow to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) leaving Glasgow Prestwick Airport.
On public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in around 55 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your Glasgow to SFO flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.7%.
About San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Glasgow to San Francisco International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near SFO:
Pick up a San Francisco International Airport rental car and discover San Francisco and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Glasgow to San Francisco International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central San Francisco. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Currently, 273 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to San Francisco International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 482 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Glasgow to SFO, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
Affordable Glasgow to San Francisco International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Glasgow to SFO.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Glasgow to San Francisco International Airport (SFO). August is the busiest month to travel to San Francisco. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in February.
Book a Glasgow to SFO plane ticket departing in September if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in San Francisco to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Glasgow to San Francisco International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about San Francisco
After booking your flight from Glasgow to San Francisco International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Francisco:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island are top sights which should feature on every San Francisco itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
San Francisco has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. About 257 kilometres east of San Francisco, a trip to Fresno will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
Around 129 kilometres north-east of San Francisco, Sacramento is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Old Sacramento Waterfront, Fright Planet - America's Haunted Theme Park and California State Railroad Museum.
