Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to El Alto International Airport (LPB): what you need to know
The timezone in La Paz is UTC-4, which is three hours ahead of San Francisco.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your SFO to LPB flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to El Alto International Airport (LPB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to El Alto International Airport flight is 283 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 605 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from SFO to LPB. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to El Alto International Airport.
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Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
77.36% of flights departing from San Francisco International Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near SFO. Whether you're catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to El Alto International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at El Alto International Airport (LPB)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a San Francisco International Airport to El Alto International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LPB instead:
Travel farther out of La Paz and discover off-the-radar places with your own set of wheels. You can grab an El Alto International Airport rental car from popular providers like Europcar or Keddy By Europcar.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from El Alto International Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from El Alto International Airport (LPB) to central La Paz
El Alto International Airport to central La Paz has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
When to fly to El Alto International Airport (LPB)
July is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to El Alto International Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to La Paz in February.
The warmest month in La Paz is November, with the temperature ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Book your flights from San Francisco International Airport to El Alto International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SFO to LPB sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Bolivia
You've seen La Paz, now it's time to explore other corners of Bolivia. Travel around 241 kilometres south-east to Cochabamba to tick off its leading attractions. From Cristo de la Concordia to Palacio Portales and Parque Mariscal Santa Cruz, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Bolivia, head for Sucre, about 434 kilometres south-east of La Paz. House of Liberty Museum - Casa de la Libertad, Plaza 25 de Mayo and La Recoleta are key reasons to visit.