Flying from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-7, which is three hours behind Grand Rapids.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your GRR to SFO flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between GRR and SFO include:
Denver International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Chicago Midway International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Gerald R. Ford International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is R 1,568. A round-trip ticket right now is R 2,638. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from GRR to SFO if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to San Francisco International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
GRR is located at 5500 44th Street Southeast.
When it comes to Gerald R. Ford International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72.98% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Grand Rapids to Gerald R. Ford International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near GRR. Whether you've booked an early flight from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to San Francisco International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're coming in on a late Gerald R. Ford International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near SFO:
Grab a San Francisco International Airport rental car and explore San Francisco and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are popular outlets to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
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.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to San Francisco. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Book your flights from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from GRR to SFO around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
San Francisco has its own special appeal, 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 move. Start with popular sights like Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in United States, consider Fresno, about 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden are key reasons to visit.