Flying from Townsville Airport (TSV) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco is 17 hours behind Townsville and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your TSV to SFO flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Townsville Airport (TSV) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
$1,841 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Townsville Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Return flights start at $2,932. These prices can change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from TSV to SFO if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Townsville Airport to San Francisco International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Townsville Airport (TSV)
71.52% of flights that take off from Townsville Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Townsville to Townsville Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near TSV. Whether you're taking an early flight from Townsville Airport to San Francisco International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Townsville Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond San Francisco's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from San Francisco International Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport to the centre of San Francisco has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Townsville Airport to San Francisco International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit San Francisco. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Townsville Airport to San Francisco International Airport for September if you want to visit San Francisco during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 22ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from TSV to SFO in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of United States
San Jose is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen San Francisco. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
Fresno is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. No journey is complete without visiting Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.
