San Francisco to Yakima 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 Yakima

Enjoy the cheap flights to Yakima available from Orbitz.com when you choose to fly into Yakima Air Terminal - McAllister Field from Portland, Oregon; Seattle, Washington; or Wenatchee, Washington. Yakima Air Terminal is located about three miles from Yakima's central business district at 2300 West Washington Avenue. The airport serves SeaPort Airlines and Alaska Airlines and only offers domestic flights.

Airport Transportation Options

Once your flight arrives at Yakima Air Terminal, you can find a taxi outside the front door of the main terminal or call a cab from the terminal kiosk if one is not immediately available. Local hotels often provide free transportation from the airport to your hotel. Alternately, you can rent a car from Budget or Hertz rental car companies, both of which are located in the main lobby of the terminal. You can book car rentals along with your low-fare flight through Orbitz.com.

Yakima Weather and Climate

Yakima has a mild, dry climate all year because of its location between the Cascade Mountains and Rocky Mountains. Summer weather in Yakima is dry and hot, with temperatures generally ranging between 60º to 80º F. Winters in Yakima are cool, and light snowfall is common. Temperatures usually range between 20º to 45º F during the winter months. Dressing in layers is recommended in any season, because the temperature in Yakima can drop or rise significantly over the course of the day.

Popular Yakima Destinations

Yakima Valley is known for its wine production, so winery and vineyard visits are a top area attraction. Popular wineries to visit include Columbia Crest Winery, Bonair Winery, Hogue Cellars, and Paradisos del Sol. The Toppenish murals, 70 historical paintings scattered on buildings around the town of Toppenish, Washington, are another local attraction. Book cheap flights to Yakima from Orbitz.com to add a unique destination option to your trip to Seattle, Wenatchee, or Portland.