Flying from Harrisburg International Airport (MDT) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-8, which is three hours behind Harrisburg.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MDT to SFO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Harrisburg International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between MDT and SFO include:
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Handy information about Harrisburg International Airport (MDT)
You'll find MDT at One Terminal Drive.
When it comes to Harrisburg International Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Harrisburg International Airport from central Harrisburg, it takes around 20 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.
You can expect a trip time of around 40 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Harrisburg International Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to MDT:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Harrisburg International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Pick up a San Francisco International Airport rental car and discover San Francisco and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are popular outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from the centre of San Francisco. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Harrisburg International 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 more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Harrisburg International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MDT to SFO in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
You've done San Francisco, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel about 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to tick off its top sights. From Winchester Mystery House to The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another favourite stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.