Flying from Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Anchorage International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is 4 hours 45 minutes.
San Francisco is one hour ahead of Anchorage and observes the UTC-8 timezone.
Every week, there are five Anchorage International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. To get going as soon as possible, go for the 08:05 Alaska Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 17:15 with Alaska Airlines.
Leave enough time to make your ANC to SFO flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
United is your gateway to discovering San Francisco (and perhaps some other exciting corners of the United States!). Check out the direct flights from Anchorage International Airport to San Francisco International Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with United on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Anchorage International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between ANC and SFO:
Denver International Airport
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport
Salt Lake City Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Anchorage International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is Rs59,271. A return fare right now is Rs122,174. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ANC to SFO if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Anchorage International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ANC to SFO.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Anchorage International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
Anchorage International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from ANC land at their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
Anchorage International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Anchorage. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near ANC. Whether you have an early flight from Anchorage International Airport to San Francisco International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Anchorage International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Go where the road takes you with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and experience more of San Francisco and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from San Francisco International Airport around one week before you travel.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
July is the most popular month for flights from Anchorage International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to San Francisco in March.
When reserving your flight from Anchorage 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 to 24ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from ANC to SFO in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
San Jose is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of San Francisco. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
Fresno is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. No trip is complete without seeing Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
