Travelling from Madeira Airport (FNC) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-8, which is eight hours behind Madeira.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your FNC to SFO flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Madeira Airport to San Francisco International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between FNC and SFO:
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
Boston Logan International Airport
Toronto Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madeira Airport (FNC) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Madeira Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is Rs142,711. A return fare is currently Rs214,570. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from FNC to SFO, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Madeira Airport to San Francisco International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from FNC to SFO.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Madeira Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Madeira Airport (FNC)
Of all flights leaving Madeira Airport, 73% arrive on time at their destination.
Madeira Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Madeira. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Madeira Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near FNC:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Consider booking a hotel near SFO if you're catching a late Madeira Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a San Francisco International Airport rental car and explore San Francisco and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport about one week before your departure date.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Madeira Airport to San Francisco International Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit San Francisco based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Madeira Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from FNC to SFO in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
San Jose is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen 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 standout destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. No trip is complete without visiting Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
