Traveling from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
Long Beach and San Francisco follow the same timezone, UTC-7.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LGB to SFO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Long Beach Airport to San Francisco International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LGB and SFO include:
Sacramento International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
AED 589 is currently the best price for a one-way Long Beach Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. A return flight starts from AED 1,146. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from LGB to SFO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Long Beach Airport to San Francisco International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Long Beach Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Long Beach Airport (LGB)
LGB is located at 4100 Donald Douglas Drive.
83.23% of flights departing from Long Beach Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from LGB.
Long Beach Airport is about 14 kilometers from central Long Beach. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Long Beach Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near LGB:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Long Beach Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Pick up a San Francisco International Airport rental car and explore San Francisco and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are popular providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport around one week before traveling.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport to central San Francisco has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometers away.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Long Beach Airport to San Francisco International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit San Francisco. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Long Beach Airport to San Francisco International Airport for September if you'd like to go to San Francisco during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LGB to SFO around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've visited San Francisco, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel about 64 kilometers south-east to San Jose to check off its leading sights. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in United States, consider Fresno, roughly 257 kilometers south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden are the start of reasons to visit.
