Travelling from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco is eight hours behind Vienna and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your VIE to SFO flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
At the moment, $587 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Vienna International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $741. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from VIE to SFO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Vienna International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
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Handy information about Vienna International Airport (VIE)
78.59% of flights taking off from Vienna International Airport reach their destination on time.
Vienna International Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Vienna. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near VIE. Whether you have an early flight from Vienna International Airport to San Francisco International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're arriving on a late Vienna International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near SFO:
Hit the road running by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond San Francisco's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport about one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Vienna International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit San Francisco. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Vienna International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from VIE to SFO in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
San Jose is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced San Francisco. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
If there's time to check out another corner of United States, consider Fresno, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden are among its highlights.