Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Miami International Airport (MIA): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Miami International Airport is 5 hours 35 minutes.
Miami is three hours ahead of San Francisco and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Each week, there are 28 San Francisco International Airport to Miami International Airport flights. If you want to jet off as early as possible, pick the 00:30 American Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 23:49 with American Airlines.
To ensure you catch your SFO to MIA flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
American Airlines has direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Miami International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Miami — and maybe even more of United States if you have time.
American Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
United Airlines stands out as the most punctual carrier for SFO to MIA flights, with 83.93% of its services arriving as scheduled.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Miami International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SFO and MIA:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Salt Lake City International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Miami International Airport (MIA)
At the moment, 84 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Miami International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 140 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from SFO to MIA, book your trip six months before your planned departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Miami International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of San Francisco International Airport, data shows 77.36% of flights complete their journey on time.
San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you're catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Miami International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Miami International Airport (MIA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MIA if you're catching a late San Francisco International Airport to Miami International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Miami International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from A&G Car Hire, MLC or Dollar and venture far and wide through Miami and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Miami International Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Miami International Airport (MIA) to central Miami
MIA is located at 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
Miami International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Miami. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Miami International Airport (MIA)
July is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Miami International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Miami in April.
Before locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Miami International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Miami, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SFO to MIA sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Miami has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. Around 338 kilometres north-west of Miami, a visit to Tampa will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium.
Orlando is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 338 kilometres north of Miami. No trip is complete without visiting Universal Orlando Resort, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Lake Eola Park.
