Flying from Faro Airport (FAO) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-7, which is seven hours behind Faro.
Your FAO to SFO flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Faro Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between FAO and SFO:
London Heathrow Airport
Pearson International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Faro Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is $857. A return ticket right now is $1,011. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from FAO to SFO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Faro Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
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Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Faro Airport, 76.66% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Faro Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Faro. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour 35 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near FAO? If you're boarding an early flight from Faro Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Consider booking a hotel close to SFO if you have a late Faro Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a San Francisco International Airport rental car and discover San Francisco and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport about one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Faro Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to San Francisco in February.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Book your flights from Faro Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from FAO to SFO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
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