Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Morelia International Airport (MLM): what you need to know
Morelia is two hours ahead of San Francisco and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your SFO to MLM flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Morelia International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between SFO and MLM include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
78% of flights departing from San Francisco International Airport land at their destination on time.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near SFO. Whether you're catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Morelia International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Morelia International Airport (MLM)
Stay within a quick transfer of arrivals if you're touching down on a late San Francisco International Airport to Morelia International Airport flight. HOTEL Aeropuerto Morelia is a comfortable option near MLM. Or check in and recharge your batteries at Hotel Ejecutivo Aeropuerto before heading to your final destination.
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Morelia International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Hertz and explore beyond Morelia's main sights.
Booking your ride from Morelia International Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Morelia International Airport (MLM) to central Morelia
Morelia International Airport is roughly 31 kilometres from the centre of Morelia. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Morelia International Airport (MLM)
July is the busiest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Morelia International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Morelia in March.
When reserving your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Morelia International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Morelia, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to MLM in January. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Morelia. Around 225 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Zócalo, Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Around 225 kilometres east of Morelia, Ecatepec de Morelos is another essential stop in Mexico. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Zoologico Zacango, Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden.