Travelling from Lagos Airport (LOS) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-8, which is nine hours behind Lagos.
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 LOS to SFO flight.
Flying during a peak time like October? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Lagos Airport to San Francisco International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between LOS and SFO include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lagos Airport (LOS) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Right now, R 13,380 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lagos Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 19,786. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LOS to SFO if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Lagos Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LOS to SFO by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Lagos Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Lagos Airport (LOS)
When it comes to Lagos Airport's on-time performance, data shows 66% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Lagos to Lagos Airport is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Lagos Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LOS:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Lagos Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond San Francisco's main sights.
Booking your ride from San Francisco International Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
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 about 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
July is the most popular month for flights from Lagos Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit San Francisco in March.
Before locking in your flight from Lagos Airport to San Francisco International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LOS to SFO in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
San Francisco has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. About 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a trip to San Jose will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
If there's time to check out another corner of the United States, head for Fresno, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo are among its highlights.
