Travelling from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Orlando International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is 5 hours 55 minutes.
San Francisco's timezone is UTC-8, which makes San Francisco three hours behind Orlando.
Each week, there are 31 Orlando International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as early as possible, take the 06:15 United Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 20:14 with Alaska Airlines.
To ensure you get on your MCO to SFO flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
With direct flights from Orlando International Airport to San Francisco International Airport available from numerous airlines, flying to San Francisco (and then other parts of the United States) is a snap. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with United on this route.
United is the most punctual carrier that operates MCO to SFO flights. A reliable 87.55% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Orlando International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between MCO and SFO include:
Denver International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
$167 is the best price for a one-way Orlando International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Return flights start from $376. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from MCO to SFO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MCO to SFO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Orlando International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The address for MCO is One Airport Boulevard.
When it comes to Orlando International Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Orlando to Orlando International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Orlando International Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near MCO:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Book a hotel close to SFO if you're taking a late Orlando International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a San Francisco International Airport rental car and discover San Francisco and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are well-known companies you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport to the centre of San Francisco has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Orlando International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit San Francisco. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Orlando International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MCO to SFO around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United States
San Jose is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of San Francisco. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
If you're ready to explore another side of the United States, head for Fresno, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo are the start of reasons to visit.











