Travelling from London City Airport (LCY) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-7, which is seven hours behind London.
Your LCY to SFO flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time such as February? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London City Airport to San Francisco International Airport. These are the top stopovers between LCY and SFO:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way London City Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is Rs114,043. A return ticket is currently Rs156,874. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from LCY to SFO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from London City Airport to San Francisco International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LCY to SFO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from London City Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about London City Airport (LCY)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London City Airport, 74.57% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to London City Airport from central London, it takes about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to LCY? If you're boarding an early flight from London City Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're getting in on a late London City Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near SFO:
Travel at your own speed with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and find adventure across San Francisco and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport to central San Francisco has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from London City Airport to San Francisco International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to 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 22ºC. Lock in your flights from London City Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from LCY to SFO in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 16ºC on average.
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 tick off its top attractions. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Fresno is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. No trip is complete without a visit to Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.