San Francisco to Bucaramanga Flights

San Francisco International Airport Information

The San Francisco International Airport (Highway 101 near the junction of Highway 380) is the primary commercial passenger airport serving San Francisco and the surrounding areas. The airport hosts most international and domestic airlines offering cheap flights from San Francisco. You can also use Orbitz.com to book an alternate flight out of Oakland International Airport (1 Oakland Drive, Oakland) or San Jose International Airport (2065 Airport Boulevard, San Jose).

Parking at San Francisco International Airport

San Francisco International's parking garages are a 10-minute walk or less from the gates, and there is free shuttle service from the long-term lots. Parking costs anywhere from $18 to $38 per day, depending on the option you choose. If you've used Orbitz.com to book your discount flights, you may have saved enough to justify spending the extra money to use the airport's valet parking service.

Ground Transportation Information

A taxi, limousine or shared-ride van to the airport will cost anywhere from $17 to $40. Factor in plenty of extra travel time for the 13-mile ride, as rush-hour traffic can be brutal. You can also use the public BART system or the SamTrans public bus service, both of which will cost you less than $10. Don't forget to use Orbitz.com before you leave to book a rental car in your destination city.

Restaurant Options at the Airport

The San Francisco airport has roughly 50 eateries where you can grab a coffee or have a light meal. Most of the restaurants and cafes are located within the terminals past the security checkpoint, but there are a few restaurants before you reach the security gates. Have a great flight to your final destination, and don't forget to use Orbitz.com the next time you're looking for cheap flights from San Francisco.

Airports in Bucaramanga

Palonegro Airport serves the city of Bucaramanga. To find cheap flights to Bucaramanga, travelers can quickly and easily search several airlines on Orbitz.com. Airlines serving Palonegro Airport include Avianca, Copa Airlines Colombia, EasyFly, LAN Colombia, SANTENA, and Viva Colombia. The airport is located about 5 miles from the downtown Bucaramanga area.

Transportation in Bucaramanga

One of the easiest ways to reach the downtown area from the airport is by taking one of the local buses, which are known as busetas. Tickets cost about COP 1200. There is also a Metrolinea bus system as well as taxis available in the local area. Buses that link the airport to the downtown area are marked with the word Aeropuerto. Travelers who are looking for more freedom in exploring the local area can also find car rental deals on Orbitz.com.

Weather Information in Bucaramanga

Temperatures vary only slightly throughout the year in Bucaramanga. The average daily temperature is about 78 degrees Fahrenheit. Visitors arriving during the months of March through May should be prepared for additional rainfall of up to 6 inches per month and should travel with umbrellas and rainwear.

Destination Highlights in Bucaramanga

There are numerous sights to see in Bucaramanga and its surrounding area. Among the most popular activities are visiting the colonial-era town of Giron, Museo Casa de Bolivar, Chicamocha's National Park, and la Mesa de Los Santos. The local area is also well known for its extreme sports, including paragliding, kayaking, and rappelling. By searching Orbitz.com, travelers can quickly find air ticket discounts and cheap flights to Bucaramanga.