Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ): what you need to know
The timezone in Barranquilla is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of San Francisco.
Your SFO to BAQ flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between SFO and BAQ:
Miami International Airport
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ)
R 3,396 is the lowest price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 9,433. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SFO to BAQ if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SFO to BAQ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
When it comes to San Francisco International Airport's on-time performance, 77.36% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to SFO:
Arriving at Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ)
If you're getting in on a late San Francisco International Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near BAQ:
Pick up an Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport rental car and discover Barranquilla and beyond with your own set of wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Alamo are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ) to central Barranquilla
Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Barranquilla. Driving there takes about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Barranquilla. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Barranquilla, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SFO to BAQ sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Colombia
Cartagena is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Barranquilla. Around 97 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Walled City of Cartagena, Museo del Oro Zenu and La Popa Monastery.
Cucuta is another standout destination in Colombia and is around 434 kilometres south-east of Barranquilla. No journey is complete without visiting Plaza Parque Santander, Malecon and Brinki's DYSANTY.
