Travelling from Miami International Airport (MIA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Miami International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is 6 hours 15 minutes.
San Francisco is three hours behind Miami and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
Choose from 32 weekly Miami International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. The 08:19 departure with American Airlines is the earliest available. American Airlines operates the last service of the day at 19:35.
Give yourself enough time to make your MIA to SFO flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
American Airlines is your ticket to exploring San Francisco (and maybe even some other exciting parts of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Miami International Airport to San Francisco International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is American Airlines.
The most punctual carrier that operates MIA to SFO flights is United Airlines. Its services arrive as planned 72.32% of the time.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Miami International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MIA and SFO:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Orlando International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
76 € is currently the best price for a one-way Miami International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 153 €. These fares can change depending on demand.
Get cheap tickets from MIA to SFO by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Miami International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Miami International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Miami International Airport (MIA)
MIA is located at 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Miami International Airport, 76.14% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Miami to Miami International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near MIA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Miami International Airport to San Francisco International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SFO if you have a late Miami International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a San Francisco International Airport rental car and discover San Francisco and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are well-known companies you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from San Francisco International Airport about one week before you set off.
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. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Miami International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit San Francisco. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Book your flights from Miami International Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MIA to SFO around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
San Jose is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of San Francisco. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in United States, consider Fresno, about 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden are highlights.
