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Situated in Northern California, San Francisco is home to a little bit of everything; from the infamous Alcatraz to the Golden Gate bridge. Whether your first visit to the city or you’ve been many times before, the city never ceases to surprise. To put it simply, San Francisco has something for everyone, whether you are a nature lover, beach comber, thrill seeker, history dweller or food lover.

There is no doubting that San Francisco is one of the world’s greatest cities and there’s so many reasons why it’s one of the world’s most popular destinations. For those wanting to explore a different side to California than that which Los Angeles offers, choose the Bay area and experience somewhere truly amazing!

Whether you are looking for expert advice or simply want to book cheap flights from the UK, choose Globehunters and give us a call or use our handy online booking engine today. All our flights and holiday packages are IATA and ATOL (Air Tour Operators License) protected, offering you 100% financial security on every booking.

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5 Things You Need To Know About San Francisco

Before booking flights to San Francisco from the UK, here’s 5 things you need to know about one of the world’s most alluring cities.

Time Difference: GMT -8 hours
Currency: USD ($)
Native Language: English
Weather: Summer months see average highs of bewtween 19°C and 23°C, Autumn months anywhere between 13°C and 14°C, in Winter between 10°C and 12°C and Spring months between 11°C and 17°C.
Sales Tax: The combined sales tax rate for San Francisco is 8.75%.

Flying To San Francisco From The UK

Below we bring you everything you need to know about flying to San Francisco from the UK, including a look at flight times, entry requirements and the airlines which fly direct.

Flight Times

The average flight time from the UK to San Francisco is around 11 hours on a direct flight from London. You will find a range of connecting flights from other UK airports with the average duration being up to around 14 hours.

Entry Requirements

Tourists must obtain prior authorisation to enter the USA on a British passport, either on a visa, a Permanent Resident Card or through the Visa Waiver Programme.

For most travellers, the Visa Waiver Programme is the easiest, quickest and most cost-effective way to enter the country as this allows British Citizens to visit for up to 90 days. You simply need to complete an Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA) online at least 72 hours before you fly. The cost of doing this is $14 per person and can be done here. Always take care to ensure you are applying directly as it is known that certain third-parties will advertise the service, charging a premium.

Airlines That Fly To San Francisco

The following airlines fly directly to San Francisco from London. Other routes are possible from the UK on connecting flights.

  -Virgin Atlantic
  - Delta
  - Austrian
  - Brussels Airlines
  - United
  - Lufthansa
  - American Airlines
  - Finnair
  - Iberia
  - British Airways

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The Airport

All flights to Los Angeles from the UK will arrive at:

 - San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

San Francisco International Airport (SFO), is located 13 miles south of the city and is considered a major gateway to both Europe and Asia. SFO is the second busiest airport in California after LAX and is the main arrival airport for those exploring the northern part of the state.

Options for travellers transferring from San Francisco International Airport to the majority of hotels include shuttle busses, taxis, public busses and rental cars. See the full range of options on the SFO website here.

Popular Routes

Popular routes to San Francisco from the UK include:

  - London to San Francisco Flights
  - Manchester to San Francisco Flights

10 Must-Do Things In San Francisco

From a visit to the Golden Gate Bridge to a trip to Alcatraz Island, there’s something for the whole family!

Our top 10 things to do in San Francisco include:

- Golden Gate Bridge
- Alcatraz Island
- Pier 39
- Union Square
- San Francisco Cable Car System
- California Academy of Sciences
- Chinatown
- Fisherman’s Wharf
- Aquarium of the Bay
- Coit Tower

San Francisco makes the perfect hub for exploring Northern California, including the breathtaking surroundings of Yosemite National Park! Why not consider taking a couple of days away from the city to visit some of the state’s finest hidden treasures?

Book Cheap Flights To San Francisco With Globehunters

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On the trip of a lifetime, you could be taking a ride in a traditional cable car up the hilly streets of the city, admiring the incredibly spectacular Victorian and Edwardian houses known as the Painted Ladies or taking a boat ride to Alcatraz Island, the old jail is famous for its inmates and people trying to escape, not least Al Capone.

Whether you have exact dates you wish to fly in and out of San Francisco or are happy to be flexible to find the best deals and special offers, let us help and do the hard work for you! Alternatively, why not give our online flight booking tool a try?

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