Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Orlando International Airport (MCO): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Orlando International Airport is 5 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Orlando is UTC-4, which is three hours ahead of San Francisco.
Each week, there are 27 San Francisco International Airport to Orlando International Airport flights. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, jump on the 07:50 United Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 23:20 with United Airlines.
Your SFO to MCO flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Orlando (and then discovering more of United States!) is a cinch with Alaska Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Orlando International Airport.
Alaska Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
With an impressive 86.52% of services arriving as scheduled, United Airlines has the best on-time record for SFO to MCO flights.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Orlando International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SFO and MCO:
Denver International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Currently, Rs19,574 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Orlando International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs41,421. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from SFO to MCO by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Orlando International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SFO to MCO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Orlando International Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
When it comes to San Francisco International Airport's on-time performance, 77.36% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Orlando International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to SFO:
Arriving at Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Book a hotel near MCO if you're on a late San Francisco International Airport to Orlando International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Orlando International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sonic, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Orlando's main sights.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Orlando International Airport around two weeks in advance.
Getting from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando
The address for MCO is One Airport Boulevard.
From Orlando International Airport, Orlando is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Orlando International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Orlando. If you want a quieter vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Orlando International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Orlando during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 34ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to MCO in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC and 23ºC then.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Orlando, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Travel around 209 kilometres north to Jacksonville to check off its must-visit sights. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 338 kilometres south of Orlando, Miami is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.
