Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB): what you need to know
Quebec is three hours ahead of San Francisco and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to YQB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between SFO and YQB include:
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
Pearson International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport flight is R 3,232. A return plane ticket right now is R 7,558. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from SFO to YQB, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from SFO to YQB.
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Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
When it comes to San Francisco International Airport's on-time performance, 77.36% of flights complete their journey on time.
San Francisco International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to SFO:
Arriving at Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late San Francisco International Airport to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YQB instead:
Pick up a Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport rental car and discover Quebec and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Alamo and Avis are top providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) to central Quebec
From Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport, Quebec is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport is May, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Quebec based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport for July if you want to explore Quebec during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to YQB in January. Average temperatures are between -30ºC (-22ºF) and -12ºC (10ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
Quebec has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Canada you'll want to see. Around 241 kilometres south-west of Quebec, a visit to Montreal will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
If you're eager to discover another side of Canada, consider Ottawa, roughly 386 kilometres west of Quebec. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are key highlights.