Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS): what you need to know
Caracas's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Caracas three hours ahead of San Francisco.
To ensure you catch your SFO to CCS flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between SFO and CCS:
Tocumen International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight is 390 €. A round-trip fare is currently 630 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SFO to CCS if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
When it comes to San Francisco International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.36% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
Consider booking a hotel near CCS if you have a late San Francisco International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go where the road takes you with a Simon Bolivar International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Street Rent a Car, Aco Rent a Car or Hertz and find adventure across Caracas and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Simon Bolivar International Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) to central Caracas
From Simon Bolivar International Airport, Caracas is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Caracas. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Caracas, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SFO to CCS in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Venezuela
Maracay is just one of the many cities in Venezuela waiting to be explored once you've seen Caracas. Around 80 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include El Ejército Las Ballenas Park, Plaza Sucre del Estado Aragua and Otro Beta - La Pared.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Venezuela, head for Valencia, about 129 kilometres west of Caracas. Museo de Arte Valencia, Plaza Bolivar and Basílica Catedral de Valencia are key highlights.