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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.
John Wayne Airport
If you're looking for flights to Orange County, Orbitz.com can find you a flight that fits your budget. The John Wayne Airport, located on Airway Avenue, is 14 miles from downtown Anaheim. Eleven airlines service the airport, including AirTran Airways, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines. You don't need a professional travel agent to plan your trip; Orbitz.com searches the flights available on your travel date to find you one that fits your travel needs and budget.
Transportation From the Airport
The Orange County Transit Authority operates buses that service the airport. Bus fare costs $1.50. The Disneyland Resort Express is a complimentary shuttle service that transports guests staying at one of the Disneyland Resorts to and from the airport. Taxicabs also service the airport. The cabs operate on metered fares. The service costs $2.95 for the first quarter mile and $.65 for each additional quarter mile. If you want to have your own transportation, Orbitz.com can book you a rental car. The airport has on-site rental car services. You pick up your vehicle in the lower level of Terminals A and B.
Orange County Weather
The weather in Orange County makes it a year-round tourist destination. The highest temperatures fall in July and average 82 degrees Fahrenheit. January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging around 45 degrees Fahrenheit. If you use Orbitz.com to plan your trip in the spring or fall, you'll avoid the county's peak tourist season and save money.
Highlights and Attractions
Orange County is home to Disneyland, Disney's California Adventure, Adventure City and Knott's Berry Farm. The amusement parks and the beaches make the county an ideal place for a family vacation. Orbitz.com does more than book flights to Orange County. You can also use the website to purchase your amusement park tickets.
Cheap flights from San Francisco to Orange County
Prices are for round-trip flights per adult (taxes and fees included)
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June
Cheapest weekend flights in June from San Francisco to Orange County
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Thu, Jun 13 | San Francisco (SFO) | Orange County (SNA) |
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$146 |
| Return Mon, Jun 17 | Orange County (SNA) | San Francisco (SFO) |
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Lowest roundtrip airfare in June from San Francisco to Orange County
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Sat, Jun 1 | San Francisco (SFO) | Orange County (SNA) |
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$118 |
| Return Wed, Jun 5 | Orange County (SNA) | San Francisco (SFO) |
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Best one-week trip in June from San Francisco to Orange County
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Tue, Jun 4 | San Francisco (SFO) | Orange County (SNA) |
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$118 |
| Return Tue, Jun 11 | Orange County (SNA) | San Francisco (SFO) |
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July
Cheapest weekend flights in July from San Francisco to Orange County
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Fri, Jul 12 | San Francisco (SFO) | Orange County (SNA) |
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$146 |
| Return Sun, Jul 14 | Orange County (SNA) | San Francisco (SFO) |
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Lowest roundtrip airfare in July from San Francisco to Orange County
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Fri, Jul 12 | San Francisco (SFO) | Orange County (SNA) |
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$146 |
| Return Sun, Jul 14 | Orange County (SNA) | San Francisco (SFO) |
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August
Cheapest weekend flights in August from San Francisco to Orange County
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Sat, Aug 31 | San Francisco (SFO) | Orange County (SNA) |
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$138 |
| Return Mon, Sep 2 | Orange County (SNA) | San Francisco (SFO) |
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Lowest roundtrip airfare in August from San Francisco to Orange County
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Sat, Aug 31 | San Francisco (SFO) | Orange County (SNA) |
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$138 |
| Return Mon, Sep 2 | Orange County (SNA) | San Francisco (SFO) |
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Airports in San Francisco CA, US
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1
San Francisco Airport (SFO)
Distance from City Center: 11.9 miles
Terminals and carriers for flights from SFO to SNA
Terminal Carriers Terminal 1 AirTran Airways, US Airways, United Airlines Terminal 3 US Airways, United Airlines
Airports in Orange County CA, US
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1
John Wayne Airport (SNA)
Distance from City Center: 10.4 miles
Carriers for flights from SFO to SNA
Carriers
AirTran Airways, US Airways, United Airlines -
2
Los Angeles Airport, El Segundo (LAX)
Distance from City Center: 28.5 miles
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3
Ontario International Airport (ONT)
Distance from City Center: 25.6 miles
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4
Long Beach Municipal (LGB)
Distance from City Center: 12.8 miles
Aircraft Options
Aircraft options between San Francisco and Orange County
| Equipment | Carrier |
|---|---|
| Boeing 737-700 Passenger | AirTran Airways, United Airlines, US Airways |
| Boeing 757-200 Passenger | US Airways, United Airlines |
| Boeing 737-800 Passenger | United Airlines, US Airways |
| Airbus Industrie A319 | US Airways, United Airlines |
| Canadair Regional Jet 700 | US Airways, United Airlines |
| Airbus Industrie A320 | US Airways, United Airlines |
Flight facts
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- 12 direct flights are operating from San Francisco to Orange County today.
- Today's average time for a direct flight is 1h 34m.
- AirTran Airways flight 1023 (2:31 AM GMT, Boeing 737-700 Passenger) is today's earliest available flight from San Francisco to Orange County.
- United Airlines flight 587 (3:46 PM GMT, Airbus Industrie A319) is today's latest available flight from San Francisco to Orange County.
- Today's shortest direct flight from San Francisco to Orange County (United Airlines flight 587, Airbus Industrie A319) takes 1h 29m.
- Today's longest direct flight from San Francisco to Orange County (United Airlines flight 433, Airbus Industrie A319) takes 1h 38m.
- Flights from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to John Wayne Airport (SNA), Long Beach Municipal (LGB), Los Angeles Airport, El Segundo (LAX), Ontario International Airport (ONT) are available for this route.
Cheap airline tickets from San Francisco to Orange County
| Airline | Departure | Arrival | Travel dates | Round-trip |
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| SFO | SNA | Tue, Sep 17 - Sat, Sep 21 | $118 |
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| SFO | SNA | Tue, Sep 17 - Sat, Sep 21 | $118 |
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| SFO | SNA | Tue, Sep 17 - Sat, Sep 21 | $118 |
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| SFO | SNA | Tue, Sep 17 - Sat, Sep 21 | $138 |
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| SFO | SNA | Tue, Jun 4 - Wed, Jun 5 | $146 |
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| SFO | SNA | Mon, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 24 | $159 |
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| SFO | SNA | Fri, Nov 15 - Wed, Nov 20 | $216 |
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| SFO | SNA | Tue, Jun 4 - Tue, Jun 11 | $444 |
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| SFO | SNA | Wed, Jun 19 - Mon, Jun 24 | $552 |
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| SFO | SNA | Mon, Jul 1 - Tue, Jul 9 | $664 |
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| SFO | SNA | Sat, Jun 8 - Wed, Jun 12 | $1,003 |
Daily flight schedule for Wed, May 22, 2013
| Carrier | Flight # | Departing | Arriving | Aircraft | Flight time | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airport | Time | Airport | Time | ||||
| AirTran Airways | FL1023 | SFO | 7:31 AM | SNA | 9:01 AM | 73G | 1hr 30min |
| United Airlines | UA433 | SFO | 10:22 AM | SNA | 12:00 PM | 319 | 1hr 38min |
| US Airways | US6906 | SFO | 10:22 AM | SNA | 12:00 PM | 319 | 1hr 38min |
| United Airlines | UA541 | SFO | 11:23 AM | SNA | 1:01 PM | 320 | 1hr 38min |
| US Airways | US6249 | SFO | 11:23 AM | SNA | 1:01 PM | 320 | 1hr 38min |
| United Airlines | UA216 | SFO | 1:18 PM | SNA | 2:53 PM | 320 | 1hr 35min |
| US Airways | US6319 | SFO | 1:18 PM | SNA | 2:53 PM | 320 | 1hr 35min |
| United Airlines | UA580 | SFO | 5:08 PM | SNA | 6:40 PM | 320 | 1hr 32min |
| US Airways | US6255 | SFO | 5:08 PM | SNA | 6:40 PM | 320 | 1hr 32min |
| United Airlines | UA715 | SFO | 7:34 PM | SNA | 9:11 PM | 320 | 1hr 37min |
| US Airways | US6579 | SFO | 7:34 PM | SNA | 9:11 PM | 320 | 1hr 37min |
| United Airlines | UA587 | SFO | 8:46 PM | SNA | 10:15 PM | 319 | 1hr 29min |
| US Airways | US6340 | SFO | 8:46 PM | SNA | 10:15 PM | 319 | 1hr 29min |