Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Montpellier Airport (MPL): what you need to know
Montpellier's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Montpellier nine 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. Show up at the airport on time to board your SFO to MPL flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Montpellier Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between SFO and MPL include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Copenhagen Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Montpellier Airport (MPL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Montpellier Airport flight is 350 €. A return fare is currently 800 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from SFO to MPL, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Montpellier Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SFO to MPL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Montpellier Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of San Francisco International Airport, data shows 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The trip on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Montpellier Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near SFO:
Arriving at Montpellier Airport (MPL)
Consider booking a hotel close to MPL if you have a late San Francisco International Airport to Montpellier Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Montpellier Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar to explore Montpellier and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Montpellier Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Montpellier Airport (MPL) to central Montpellier
Montpellier Airport to central Montpellier has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Montpellier Airport (MPL)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Montpellier Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Montpellier based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Montpellier Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Montpellier, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SFO to MPL around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
Montpellier has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of France waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kilometres north of Montpellier, a trip to Lyon will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.
Marseille is another favourite destination in France and is around 129 kilometres east of Montpellier. No journey is complete without seeing Les Calanques, Calanques National Park and Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde.
