Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Mendoza Airport (MDZ): what you need to know
The timezone in Mendoza is UTC-3, which is five hours ahead of San Francisco.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your SFO to MDZ flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Mendoza Airport. Many travellers pass through Panama City Tocumen International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Mendoza Airport (MDZ)
415 € is the best price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Mendoza Airport flight. Return flights start at 871 €. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from SFO to MDZ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when looking for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Mendoza Airport.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Mendoza Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
78% of flights that leave from San Francisco International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
San Francisco International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to SFO? If you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Mendoza Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Mendoza Airport (MDZ)
If you're landing on a late San Francisco International Airport to Mendoza Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near MDZ:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Mendoza Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from rentar low cost, CORDOBA RENT A CAR or Fit and explore beyond Mendoza's main sights.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Mendoza Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Mendoza Airport (MDZ) to central Mendoza
Mendoza Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Mendoza. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Mendoza Airport (MDZ)
July is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Mendoza Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Mendoza in March.
Book your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Mendoza Airport for January if you'd like to visit Mendoza during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to MDZ in July. Temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) then.
Explore more of Argentina
Mendoza has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Argentina waiting to be explored. About 153 kilometres north of Mendoza, a trip to San Juan will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Museo De Arte Al Aire Libre, St. John the Baptist Cathedral, San Juan and Museo de Ciencias Naturales.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Argentina, consider San Luis, roughly 241 kilometres east of Mendoza. Iglesia Catedral de San Luis, Plaza Independencia and Casa De Las Culturas are key highlights.
