Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Castries: what you need to know
The timezone in Castries is UTC-4. The city is four hours ahead of San Francisco, where San Francisco International Airport is located.
To avoid missing your SFO to Castries flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from SFO to Castries with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:
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SFO is about 18 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near SFO? If you're catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Castries, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
78% of flights that depart San Francisco International Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Castries
234 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Castries flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 467 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from SFO to Castries, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
Landing cheap tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Castries is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to get the lowest prices throughout the month and score a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Castries
St Lucia Hewnorra International Airport (UVF)
The distance from St Lucia Hewnorra International Airport (UVF) to central Castries is roughly 72 kilometres. It takes about 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 2 hours.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from San Francisco International Airport to Castries. Reserve one of these accommodation options near UVF instead:
Reserving your ride from St Lucia Hewnorra International Airport around one week before your flight from SFO to Castries can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Castries George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU)
Once your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Castries has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 10 minutes by car. Central Castries is roughly 3 kilometres from Castries George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU).
Public transport will get you there in around 15 minutes.
After stepping off your SFO to Castries flight, unwind at a hotel close to SLU. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from SLU one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Castries
February is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Castries. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Castries in September.
Book a San Francisco International Airport to Castries plane ticket with a departure in September if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SFO to Castries in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
More about Castries
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Castries right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Castries:
Malabar Beach and Vigie Beach are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Castries to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Morne Fortune.