Travelling from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco is seven hours behind Newcastle and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your NCL to SFO flight.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Newcastle International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between NCL and SFO:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
345 € is currently the best price for a one-way Newcastle International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Return flights start from 570 €. These prices may change depending on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from NCL to SFO, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Newcastle International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
When it comes to Newcastle International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.29% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Newcastle International Airport from central Newcastle, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to NCL? If you're catching an early flight from Newcastle International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Newcastle International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Pick up a San Francisco International Airport rental car and discover San Francisco and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from San Francisco International Airport about one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Newcastle International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit San Francisco based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Lock in your flights from Newcastle International Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from NCL to SFO around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've visited San Francisco, now it's time to discover more of United States. Journey about 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to tick off its leading attractions. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in United States, head for Fresno, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden are among the biggest draws.