Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE): what you need to know
Venice is nine hours ahead of San Francisco and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your SFO to VCE flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SFO and VCE:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Munich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport flight is 252 €. A return ticket is currently 540 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from SFO to VCE, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport.
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Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of the departures from San Francisco International Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 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 when using public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to SFO:
Arriving at Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
If you have a late San Francisco International Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near VCE:
Pick up a Venice Marco Polo Airport rental car and discover Venice and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Italy Car Rent are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Venice Marco Polo Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to central Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Venice. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport. September is the most popular month to head to Venice. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport for August if you'd like to go to Venice during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SFO to VCE around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Italy
You've visited Venice, now it's time to discover other parts of Italy. Travel about 402 kilometres south to Rome to check off its popular sights. From Vatican Museums to St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Milan is another standout destination in Italy and is around 241 kilometres west of Venice. No trip is complete without seeing Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.