Traveling from London City Airport (LCY) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
Peak months like June or high seasons such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise idea.
If you'd like to break up your flight from London City Airport to San Francisco International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a city that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the LCY - SFO route include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
Dublin Airport
To find out whether you need a visa to enter United States, contact your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll give you the most up-to-date details, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from LCY to SFO.
How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London City Airport to San Francisco International Airport is C$669. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$821. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap flight tickets from LCY to SFO if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flight tickets from London City Airport to San Francisco International Airport across every month. It's the best way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Use filters to find the perfect journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London City Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about London City Airport (LCY)
London City Airport is about 11 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 29 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 33 minutes.
After a handy hotel close to LCY? If you're boarding an early flight from London City Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're on a late flight from London City Airport to San Francisco International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near SFO:
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport to the center of San Francisco is about 20 minutes in a car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 47 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from London City Airport to San Francisco International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to San Francisco based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 22ºC. Lock in your flights from London City Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flight tickets from LCY to SFO in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 16ºC on average.
More about San Francisco
Once you've booked your flights from LCY to SFO, you'll want to find a hotel in San Francisco. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your San Francisco must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Lombard Street.
Complete your San Francisco trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to San Francisco International Airport — next up is finding somewhere to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in San Francisco.