Travelling from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Edmonton International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-7, which is one hour behind Edmonton.
Each week, there are 22 Edmonton International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. If you want to take off as early as possible, opt for the 10:00 Air Canada flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 11:30 with WestJet.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your YEG to SFO flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Air Canada is your gateway to discovering San Francisco (and maybe even some other great corners of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Edmonton International Airport to San Francisco International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Air Canada is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Edmonton International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is $155. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $265. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from YEG to SFO.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Edmonton International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from YEG to SFO by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Edmonton International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
69.55% of flights that depart Edmonton International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Edmonton to Edmonton International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near YEG. Whether you're catching an early flight from Edmonton International Airport to San Francisco International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Edmonton International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Follow your own route with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and venture far and wide through San Francisco and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport to the centre of San Francisco has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
August is the most popular month for flights from Edmonton International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to San Francisco in February.
Lock in your flight from Edmonton International Airport to San Francisco International Airport for September if you'd like to go to San Francisco during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from YEG to SFO in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
You've seen San Francisco, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Travel around 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to check off its leading attractions. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Fresno is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. No trip is complete without a visit to Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.