Flying from Manchester Airport (MHT) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco's timezone is UTC-8, which makes San Francisco three hours behind Manchester.
Your MHT to SFO flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like October, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Manchester Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between MHT and SFO:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MHT) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
156 € is the lowest price for a one-way Manchester Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Return flights start from 310 €. These prices may change depending on demand.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MHT to SFO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from Manchester Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
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Handy information about Manchester Airport (MHT)
MHT's address is One Airport Road.
Manchester Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart MHT arrive at their destination on time.
Manchester Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Manchester. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near MHT? If you're catching an early flight from Manchester Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're landing on a late Manchester Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near SFO:
Explore without limits with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and experience more of San Francisco and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from San Francisco International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from the centre of San Francisco. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Manchester Airport to San Francisco International Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit San Francisco based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your flights from Manchester Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from MHT to SFO in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
San Francisco has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a visit to San Jose will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
