Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Silao Airport (BJX): what you need to know
Silao is two hours ahead of San Francisco and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
To ensure you get on your SFO to BJX flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Silao Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between SFO and BJX:
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How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Silao Airport (BJX)
At the moment, R 2,792 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Silao Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 6,353. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SFO to BJX. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Silao Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from SFO to BJX.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Silao Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
78% of flights that depart San Francisco International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it takes about 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near SFO? If you're catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Silao Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Silao Airport (BJX)
Reserve a hotel close to BJX if you're taking a late San Francisco International Airport to Silao Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Follow your own route with a Silao Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from America, MEX or Routes Car Rentals and venture far and wide through Silao and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Silao Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Silao Airport (BJX) to central Silao
Silao Airport to the centre of Silao has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Silao Airport (BJX)
June is the busiest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Silao Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Silao in March.
The warmest month in Silao is May, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Silao Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from SFO to BJX in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Silao. Around 290 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Zócalo, Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Around 290 kilometres south-east of Silao, Ecatepec de Morelos is another essential stop in Mexico. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Zoologico Zacango, Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden.