Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Granada Airport (GRX): what you need to know
The timezone in Granada is UTC+1, which is nine hours ahead of San Francisco.
To ensure you catch your SFO to GRX flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Granada Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between SFO and GRX include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Madrid Airport
Barcelona Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Granada Airport (GRX)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Granada Airport flight is R 6,097. A return fare right now is R 14,475. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from SFO to GRX. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Granada Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from SFO to GRX is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Granada Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
78% of flights that leave from San Francisco International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Granada Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near SFO:
Arriving at Granada Airport (GRX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a San Francisco International Airport to Granada Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GRX instead:
Pick up a Granada Airport rental car and discover Granada and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, Alamo and OK Mobility are top providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Granada Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Granada Airport (GRX) to central Granada
Granada Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Granada. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Granada Airport (GRX)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Granada Airport. December is the most popular month to visit Granada. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in August.
Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Granada Airport for July if you want to go to Granada during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SFO to GRX sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Granada has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Spain waiting to be explored. About 451 kilometres north of Granada, a visit to Salamanca will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.
Ceuta is another standout destination in Spain and is around 209 kilometres south-west of Granada. No journey is complete without seeing Banos Arabes, Royal Walls and Fortaleza del Monte Hac.
