Travelling from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco is two hours behind Quito and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your UIO to SFO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
$504 is the lowest price for a one-way Mariscal Sucre International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Return flights start from $880. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from UIO to SFO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to San Francisco International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from UIO to SFO by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
Mariscal Sucre International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 88.71% of flights that take off from UIO reach their destination without delay.
Mariscal Sucre International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Quito. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 2 hours 10 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to UIO:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Consider booking a hotel near SFO if you're taking a late Mariscal Sucre International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a San Francisco International Airport rental car and discover San Francisco and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are popular outlets to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from San Francisco International Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit San Francisco in February.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Lock in your flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from UIO to SFO in January. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
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