Travelling from Nanaimo to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
Nanaimo and San Francisco (where San Francisco International Airport is located) share the UTC-7 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch when you land.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Nanaimo to SFO. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak time like a public holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
About San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Nanaimo to San Francisco International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport to central San Francisco takes around 20 minutes in a car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 47 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nanaimo to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Book a one-way ticket from Nanaimo to San Francisco International Airport from C$196 or travel return from just C$421. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
To score flight tickets from Nanaimo to SFO, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
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The best time to fly from Nanaimo to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
February is the quietest time to travel to San Francisco. Alternatively, follow the crowds and go in August. This is the most popular month for flights from Nanaimo to San Francisco International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for San Francisco. The warmest month is September. Lock in your flights from Nanaimo to SFO sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 22ºC.
Travel in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between 6ºC and 16ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Nanaimo to San Francisco International Airport.
More about San Francisco
Start your San Francisco trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Nanaimo to San Francisco International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
One of the best ways to get to know San Francisco is to visit its popular attractions. Some highlights include Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street.
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