Traveling from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
If you're going away during a popular month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during peak periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all the options for flights from LaGuardia Airport to San Francisco International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between LGA and SFO include:
Chicago Midway International Airport
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
After booking your cheap ticket from LGA to SFO, get your travel documents in order. A visa or passport isn't required since you're flying within United States. As long as you have another identity document, such as an ID card or driver's license, you're good to go.
How to find the cheapest flights from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from LaGuardia Airport to San Francisco International Airport is C$147. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$312. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap flight tickets from LGA to SFO if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your ticket from LaGuardia Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Getting a cheap ticket from LGA to SFO is straightforward with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has fallen.
Use filters to tailor your flights from LaGuardia Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Located around 18 kilometres from central New York, LaGuardia Airport can be reached in about 27 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 58 minutes.
Got an early flight from LaGuardia Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near LGA:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're coming in on a late flight from LaGuardia Airport to San Francisco International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near SFO:
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport to central San Francisco is about 20 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Traveling to the center on public transport takes about 47 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
August is the busiest month for flights from LaGuardia Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit San Francisco in February.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 22ºC. Lock in your flights from LaGuardia Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap flight tickets from LGA to SFO in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 16ºC on average.
More about San Francisco
After locking in your flights from LGA to SFO, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in San Francisco. Make one of these options your base for exploring this popular destination:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are major attractions which should be on any well-planned San Francisco itinerary.
Complete your San Francisco trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks than just comparing flights. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to San Francisco International Airport, browse our great car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal San Francisco stay.