Flying from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is 3 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-7, which is two hours behind Austin.
Take your pick of 59 weekly Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with United Airlines is the earliest you can take. United Airlines operates the last service of the day at 20:45.
Your AUS to SFO flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Alaska Airlines is your ticket to exploring San Francisco (and maybe even some other great corners of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to San Francisco International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Alaska Airlines.
United Airlines ranks as the top on-time carrier for AUS to SFO flights, with 81.59% of its services landing as scheduled.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between AUS and SFO:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
San Diego International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is R 1,550. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 3,100. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from AUS to SFO, reserve your trip six months before your departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
The address for AUS is 3600 Presidential Blvd.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from AUS arrive at their destination as scheduled 81.23% of the time.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Austin. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 3 hours 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near AUS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to San Francisco International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Reserve a hotel near SFO if you're on a late Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation 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 set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport about one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit San Francisco based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Book your flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AUS to SFO sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
San Francisco is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. About 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a visit to San Jose will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
If you're interested in discovering another side of United States, head for Fresno, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden are key highlights.
