Travelling from Miami International Airport (MIA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Miami International Airport to San Francisco International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 6 hours 25 minutes.
San Francisco's timezone is UTC-8, which makes San Francisco three hours behind Miami.
Flights from MIA to SFO start from 06:10 — the earliest with United Airlines. The last service of the day is at 19:38 with American Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 35 weekly Miami International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MIA to SFO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
American Airlines offers direct flights from Miami International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in San Francisco — and maybe even more of the United States if you have time.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is American Airlines.
American Airlines ranks as the top on-time carrier for MIA to SFO flights, with 82.92% of services landing as scheduled.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Miami International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MIA and SFO:
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
Orlando International Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Right now, Rs33,262 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Miami International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs62,444. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from MIA to SFO by booking at least 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Miami International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from MIA to SFO.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Miami International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Miami International Airport (MIA)
You'll find MIA at 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
78% of flights that leave from Miami International Airport reach their destination on time.
Miami International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Miami. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near MIA? If you're catching an early flight from Miami International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're getting in on a late Miami 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 resting shortly after at one of these hotels near SFO:
Travel at your own pace with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and venture far and wide through San Francisco and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from San Francisco International Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport to the centre of San Francisco has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Miami International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to San Francisco based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Miami International Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from MIA to SFO in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
San Francisco has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. About 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a trip to San Jose will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another essential stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
