Flying from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
Peak months like August or high seasons such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise idea.
To break up your flight from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to San Francisco International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the ROA - SFO route are:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
You don't need your passport or a visa to fly within United States. You will need a valid form of identification however, like an ID card or driver's license. Put them on your packing list once you've found cheap ticket from ROA to SFO.
How to find the cheapest flights from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to San Francisco International Airport is C$476. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$504. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book early if you want to get cheap flight tickets from ROA to SFO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flight tickets from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to San Francisco International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA)
The journey from central Roanoke to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport takes around 36 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 11 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Taking an early flight from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to ROA:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Reserve a hotel close to SFO if you have a late flight from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the center driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 47 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to San Francisco in February.
Lock in your flight from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to San Francisco International Airport for September if you want to explore San Francisco during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 22ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 16ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from ROA to SFO sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about San Francisco
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in San Francisco right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from ROA to SFO:
Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island are just two of the top attractions to add to your San Francisco must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Lombard Street.
Complete your San Francisco trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to San Francisco International Airport, discover our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your San Francisco vacation.