Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Norman Manley International Airport (KIN): what you need to know
Kingston is two hours ahead of San Francisco and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your SFO to KIN flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Norman Manley International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between SFO and KIN:
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Miami International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Norman Manley International Airport (KIN)
At the moment, R 4,177 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Norman Manley International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 8,965. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from SFO to KIN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Norman Manley International Airport.
You won't have to check every day to see 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 KIN.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Norman Manley International Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of all flights departing from San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Norman Manley International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to SFO:
Arriving at Norman Manley International Airport (KIN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a San Francisco International Airport to Norman Manley International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KIN instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Norman Manley International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Island Car Rentals, Alamo or Final Rentals to explore Kingston and beyond.
Booking your ride from Norman Manley International Airport around three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Norman Manley International Airport (KIN) to central Kingston
Norman Manley International Airport to the centre of Kingston has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour.
When to fly to Norman Manley International Airport (KIN)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Norman Manley International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Kingston. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Norman Manley International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Kingston during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SFO to KIN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of Jamaica
You've visited Kingston, now it's time to explore other parts of Jamaica. Travel around 16 kilometres west to Spanish Town to check off its top sights. From Angels Plaza to Cowan's Plaza and Michael Paul Barker Estate, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another side of Jamaica, head for Portmore, roughly 8 kilometres south-west of Kingston. Keimo Point, Wajo Plaza and Hiking Trail are among its highlights.
