Travelling from Dallas to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): What you need to know
Kick off your journey at one of Dallas's main airports, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) or Dallas Love Field (DAL). Check out your options for booking a flight from Dallas to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) jetting off from either of these.
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 55 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Dallas to San Francisco International Airport flight.
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-8, which is two hours behind Dallas. San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco.
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is the most popular route. There are 83 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer to head out later, take the last flight with American Airlines at 10:40pm. Choose the first DFW to SFO departure with American Airlines at 6am if you'd rather get a move on.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Dallas to SFO. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Getting on a plane during a peak month like July? Popular periods (like spring break and Thanksgiving) can add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Dallas
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
You can find a direct flight from Dallas to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) leaving from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).
Leading airlines that operate direct flights from Dallas to San Francisco International Airport leaving from DFW include:
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with American Airlines between DFW and SFO.
Frontier Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 78.13% of its services arriving on schedule.
The journey from central Dallas to DFW takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Dallas to San Francisco International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just what you're after:
72% of flights that depart Dallas Fort Worth International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
DFW's address is 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field (DAL)
Prefer to leave from Dallas Love Field (DAL)? Direct Dallas to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) plane tickets are available from here.
From DAL, direct flights from Dallas to SFO can be booked with Southwest Airlines.
Southwest Airlines is the top choice for passengers flying from DAL to SFO.
On public transport, you can travel from central Dallas to DAL in around 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 13 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Dallas Love Field the day before your Dallas to SFO flight:
Dallas Love Field has an on-time performance rate of 74%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that take off from this airport land on schedule.
The street address for DAL is 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
About San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Dallas to San Francisco International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Dallas to San Francisco International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
Central San Francisco is around 21 kilometres from San Francisco International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
R 1,329 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Dallas to San Francisco International Airport. A return flight starts from R 2,704. These prices may change based on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Dallas to SFO if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Dallas to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. December is the quietest month to visit San Francisco. July is when most people book flights from Dallas to San Francisco International Airport (SFO), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your Dallas to SFO plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Dallas to San Francisco International Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about San Francisco
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in San Francisco right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Dallas to San Francisco International Airport:
Golden Gate Bridge and Painted Ladies - Alamo Square are a couple of major attractions to put on your San Francisco to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Alcatraz Island.
Explore more of the United States
San Francisco has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. Around 257 kilometres east of San Francisco, a trip to Fresno will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
Around 129 kilometres northeast of San Francisco, Sacramento is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out California State Railroad Museum, Old Sacramento State Historic Park and Crocker Art Museum.
