Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Bristol Airport (BRS): what you need to know
The timezone in Bristol is UTC+0, which is eight hours ahead of San Francisco.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your SFO to BRS flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Bristol Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between SFO and BRS include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Bristol Airport (BRS)
Currently, 307 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Bristol Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 706 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SFO to BRS if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Bristol Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SFO to BRS by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Bristol Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of the departures from San Francisco International Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to SFO? If you're catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Bristol Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Bristol Airport (BRS)
Consider booking a hotel close to BRS if you're taking a late San Francisco International Airport to Bristol Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Explore without limits with a Bristol Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or Drivalia and chase adventure across Bristol and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Bristol Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Bristol Airport (BRS) to central Bristol
From Bristol Airport, Bristol is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Bristol Airport (BRS)
September is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Bristol Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Bristol in March.
Book your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Bristol Airport for July if you want to visit Bristol during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SFO to BRS in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Bristol. Around 177 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
If there's time to check out another corner of the United Kingdom, head for Manchester, about 225 kilometres north of Bristol. Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry are highlights.
