Flying from Cincinnati to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): What you need to know
Cincinnati's main airport is Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG). Explore your options for leaving from this terminal when booking flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco International Airport (SFO).
Expect to be travelling for 5 hours 10 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Cincinnati to San Francisco International Airport flight.
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-7, which is three hours behind Cincinnati. San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Cincinnati to SFO. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more people on the move during high season, aim to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Cincinnati
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)
You can take a direct flight from Cincinnati to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) out of Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG).
Breeze Airways is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco International Airport departing from CVG.
Breeze Airways ranks first in bookings for flights from CVG to SFO.
CVG is about 21 kilometres from central Cincinnati. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
When it comes to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport's on-time performance, 77.0% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
About San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Consider booking a hotel close to SFO if you have a late flight from Cincinnati to San Francisco International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Grab a San Francisco International Airport rental car and discover San Francisco and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are popular outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around one week in advance of your Cincinnati to San Francisco International Airport flight.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport to central San Francisco is roughly 18 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cincinnati to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Right now, ج.م. 3,793 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Cincinnati to San Francisco International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 7,527. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Cincinnati to SFO if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Affordable Cincinnati to San Francisco International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Cincinnati to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Cincinnati to San Francisco International Airport (SFO). August is the busiest month to travel to San Francisco. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in February.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 22ºC. Lock in your Cincinnati to SFO flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Cincinnati to San Francisco International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 16ºC.
More about San Francisco
Start your San Francisco trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Cincinnati to San Francisco International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Golden Gate Bridge and Painted Ladies - Alamo Square are a couple of popular attractions to add to your San Francisco must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Alcatraz Island.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen San Francisco, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey about 257 kilometres east to Fresno to tick off its popular sights. From Forestiere Underground Gardens to Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 129 kilometres north-east of San Francisco, Sacramento is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Old Sacramento Waterfront, Fright Planet - America's Haunted Theme Park and California State Railroad Museum.
