Travelling from Harlingen Airport (HRL) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco's timezone is UTC-8, which makes San Francisco two hours behind Harlingen.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your HRL to SFO flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Harlingen Airport to San Francisco International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between HRL and SFO include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Harlingen Airport (HRL) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
At the moment, R 1,967 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Harlingen Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 3,935. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from HRL to SFO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Harlingen Airport to San Francisco International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from HRL to SFO.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Harlingen Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Harlingen Airport (HRL)
HRL is located at 3002 Heritage Way.
Harlingen Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from HRL make it to their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
Central Harlingen to Harlingen Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near HRL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Harlingen Airport to San Francisco International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Harlingen Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Explore without limits with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and venture far and wide through San Francisco and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from San Francisco International Airport about one week before you set off.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
July is the most popular month for flights from Harlingen Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to San Francisco in March.
When booking your flight from Harlingen Airport to San Francisco International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from HRL to SFO around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
San Jose is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced San Francisco. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
