Travelling from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco is eight hours behind Santiago de Compostela and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SCQ to SFO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Santiago de Compostela Airport to San Francisco International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between SCQ and SFO include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Santiago de Compostela Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is R 7,061. A round-trip ticket right now is R 11,450. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from SCQ to SFO, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Santiago de Compostela Airport to San Francisco International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from SCQ to SFO.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Santiago de Compostela Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
Santiago de Compostela Airport has an excellent on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from SCQ arrive on schedule 81.44% of the time.
Santiago de Compostela Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Santiago de Compostela. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near SCQ? If you've booked an early flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're landing on a late Santiago de Compostela Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near SFO:
Begin your adventure by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of San Francisco and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport around one week before your travel date.
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 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to San Francisco International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to San Francisco based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to San Francisco International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SCQ to SFO sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
San Jose is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of San Francisco. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
Fresno is another well-known destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. No journey is complete without experiencing Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.
