Travelling from Merida Airport (MID) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco is two hours behind Merida and follows the UTC-8 timezone.
To ensure you catch your MID to SFO flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time like April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Merida Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MID and SFO:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Mexico City Juarez International Airport
Handy information about Merida Airport (MID)
Merida Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from MID make it to their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Merida Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Merida. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 30 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near MID. Whether you're taking an early flight from Merida Airport to San Francisco International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're arriving on a late Merida Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near SFO:
Pick up a San Francisco International Airport rental car and explore San Francisco and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are well-known companies to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport about one week in advance.
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 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Merida Airport to San Francisco International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit San Francisco. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Merida Airport to San Francisco International Airport, consider the kind 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 MID to SFO sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited San Francisco, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey about 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to check off its must-visit sights. From Winchester Mystery House to The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in the United States, consider Fresno, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo are key reasons to visit.
