Travelling from Winnipeg Airport (YWG) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco's timezone is UTC-8, which makes San Francisco two hours behind Winnipeg.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your YWG to SFO flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak periods, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
How to find the cheapest flights from Winnipeg Airport (YWG) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Winnipeg Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is R 2,518. A return ticket right now is R 4,677. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from YWG to SFO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Winnipeg Airport to San Francisco International Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from YWG to SFO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Winnipeg Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Winnipeg Airport (YWG)
YWG is located at 2000 Wellington Avenue.
73% of flights that leave from Winnipeg Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Winnipeg to Winnipeg Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The journey on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near YWG. Whether you're catching an early flight from Winnipeg Airport to San Francisco International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Reserve a hotel close to SFO if you're catching a late Winnipeg Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond San Francisco's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from San Francisco International Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
July is the busiest month for flights from Winnipeg Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to San Francisco in March.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your flights from Winnipeg Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from YWG to SFO sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
San Francisco is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. About 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a trip to San Jose will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another favourite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.