Flying from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco's timezone is UTC-7, making San Francisco two hours behind Winnipeg.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your YWG to SFO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is R 2,879. A round-trip fare is currently R 4,795. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YWG to SFO if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
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Handy information about Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG)
You'll find YWG at 2000 Wellington Avenue.
61.28% of flights taking off from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport from central Winnipeg, it takes around 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near YWG? If you're catching an early flight from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're arriving on a late Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near SFO:
Grab a San Francisco International Airport rental car and discover San Francisco and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are top outlets to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from San Francisco International Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit San Francisco in February.
When reserving your flight from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from YWG to SFO sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've seen San Francisco, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Travel about 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to check off its leading attractions. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another favourite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.
