Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Belfast: what you need to know
The timezone in Belfast is UTC+0. The city is eight hours ahead of San Francisco, where San Francisco International Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your SFO to Belfast flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from SFO to Belfast with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
SFO is about 18 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Belfast? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near SFO:
Of the flights that depart from San Francisco International Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Belfast
RM1,266 is currently the lowest price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Belfast flight. Return plane tickets start at RM3,469. These fares can change based on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from SFO to Belfast. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Belfast across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SFO to Belfast by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Belfast.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
The distance from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast is roughly 19 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from San Francisco International Airport to Belfast, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near BFS:
Booking your ride from Belfast International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from SFO to Belfast can help you get the best possible rate.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
The centre of Belfast is around 5 kilometres from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). After your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Belfast has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 15 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near BHD. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your SFO to Belfast flight:
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from BHD two weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Belfast
September is the busiest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Belfast. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Belfast in January.
The warmest month in Belfast is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Lock in your San Francisco International Airport to Belfast plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from SFO to Belfast in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Belfast
Once you've booked your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Belfast, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Belfast:
Titanic People and Titanic Shipyard are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Belfast travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Titanic Belfast.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've seen Belfast, now it's time to explore more of the United Kingdom. Travel about 274 kilometres southeast to Manchester to check off its top attractions. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 354 kilometres southeast of Belfast, Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.
