Travelling from Florianopolis Airport (FLN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco is five hours behind Florianopolis and observes the UTC-8 timezone.
Your FLN to SFO flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as December, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Florianopolis Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Many passengers pass through Panama City Tocumen International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Florianopolis Airport (FLN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Right now, R 6,668 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Florianopolis Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 14,423. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from FLN to SFO if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Florianopolis Airport to San Francisco International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from FLN to SFO by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Florianopolis Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Florianopolis Airport (FLN)
When it comes to Florianopolis Airport's on-time performance, 79% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Florianopolis Airport from central Florianopolis, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near FLN? If you've booked an early flight from Florianopolis Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Consider staying in a hotel near SFO if you're taking a late Florianopolis Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go where the road takes you with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and find adventure across San Francisco and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport around one week before your departure date.
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 around 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
It takes around 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Florianopolis Airport to San Francisco International Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to 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 24ºC (75ºF). Book your flights from Florianopolis Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from FLN to SFO in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen San Francisco, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel about 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to tick off its top attractions. From Winchester Mystery House to The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another major stop in the United States, consider Fresno, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo are key reasons to visit.
