Travelling from Medellin to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): What you need to know
San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco. The city follows the UTC-8 timezone and is three hours behind Medellin.
To ensure you get on your flight from Medellin to SFO, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying over a peak time such as January? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Medellin to SFO departing from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Travelling from central Medellin to MDE takes around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Medellin to San Francisco International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
76% of flights departing from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
On public transport, you can travel from central Medellin to EOH in around 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 5 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 15 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Medellin to SFO flight? Unwind in a hotel near Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
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 Medellin to San Francisco International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Medellin to San Francisco International Airport flight.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
Central San Francisco is around 21 kilometres from San Francisco International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
$465 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Medellin to San Francisco International Airport. Return flights start from $720. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Medellin to SFO. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Medellin to San Francisco International Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Medellin to San Francisco International Airport.
The best time to fly from Medellin to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Medellin to San Francisco International Airport (SFO). July is the most popular month to visit San Francisco. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in December.
Book a Medellin to SFO plane ticket departing in September if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in San Francisco to range from 12ºC to 24ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Medellin to San Francisco International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 16ºC.
More about San Francisco
Start your San Francisco trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Medellin to San Francisco International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are plenty of exciting things to do in San Francisco when you're ready to see the sights. Start exploring at Golden Gate Bridge followed by Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island.
Explore more of the United States
Fresno is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced San Francisco. Around 257 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
Around 129 kilometres northeast of San Francisco, Sacramento is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to California State Railroad Museum, Old Sacramento State Historic Park and Crocker Art Museum.
