Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Manado Airport (MDC): what you need to know
The timezone in Manado is UTC+8, which is 16 hours ahead of San Francisco.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to MDC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Manado Airport (MDC)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Manado Airport flight is 1.315 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 1.062 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from SFO to MDC, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Manado Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Manado Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of the flights that depart from San Francisco International Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you're catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Manado Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Manado Airport (MDC)
If you're getting in on a late San Francisco International Airport to Manado Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near MDC:
Reserving your vehicle from Manado Airport around one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
When to fly to Manado Airport (MDC)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Manado Airport. September is the busiest month to visit Manado. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Manado Airport for September if you'd like to go to Manado during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SFO to MDC in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Indonesia
Gorontalo is just one of the many places in Indonesia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Manado. Around 225 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Botubarani Beach, Oluhuta Beach and Baiturrahim Great Mosque.
Ternate is another sought-after destination in Indonesia and is around 290 kilometres east of Manado. No journey is complete without seeing Sulamadaha beach, Masjid Raya Al Munawwar Ternate and Lake Tolire Kecil.
