Flying from Lincoln Airport (LNK) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-8, which is two hours behind Lincoln.
Leave enough time to make your LNK to SFO flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Lincoln Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Many passengers pass through Chicago O'Hare International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lincoln Airport (LNK) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lincoln Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is R 5,263. A return fare is currently R 5,827. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LNK to SFO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Lincoln Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from LNK to SFO.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Lincoln Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Lincoln Airport (LNK)
You'll find LNK at 2400 West Adams Street.
Of the flights that depart from Lincoln Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Lincoln to Lincoln Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of about 30 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near LNK? If you're catching an early flight from Lincoln Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're arriving on a late Lincoln Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near SFO:
Grab a San Francisco International Airport rental car and discover San Francisco and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are top providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from San Francisco International Airport around one week before you set off.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
July is the busiest month for flights from Lincoln Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit San Francisco in March.
Book your flight from Lincoln Airport to San Francisco International Airport for September if you'd like to explore San Francisco during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LNK to SFO in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
San Jose is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen San Francisco. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including 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 the best of this destination with a visit to Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
