Flying from Palermo Airport (PMO) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco's timezone is UTC-8, making San Francisco nine hours behind Palermo.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your PMO to SFO flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Palermo Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between PMO and SFO:
London Heathrow Airport
Barcelona Airport
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How to find the cheapest flights from Palermo Airport (PMO) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Currently, R 6,534 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Palermo Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 9,476. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from PMO to SFO, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Palermo Airport to San Francisco International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from PMO to SFO by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Palermo Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Palermo Airport (PMO)
78% of flights that take off from Palermo Airport make it to their destination on time.
Palermo Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Palermo. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near PMO? If you've booked an early flight from Palermo Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you have a late Palermo Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near SFO:
Go where the road takes you with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and chase adventure across San Francisco and beyond.
Booking your ride from San Francisco International Airport around one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Palermo Airport to San Francisco International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to San Francisco. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your flights from Palermo Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from PMO to SFO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
San Francisco has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a trip to San Jose will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
