Cheap Flights from Orlando (ORL) to San Francisco International (SFO)

Fly from Orlando to San Francisco International Airport

With its iconic Golden Gate Bridge, famous and infamous neighborhoods and mysterious Alcatraz Island, San Francisco is a treasured destination. Flights from Orlando to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) put these and other world-famous landmarks within reach. You can see bustling Fisherman’s Wharf and Victorian “Painted Ladies.” You might wander the immense Golden Gate Park or play on China Beach. Hop on a cable car, drive down crooked Lombard Street or bike the wooded Presidio Hills. The City by the Bay offers endless fun, and you can be there in less than six hours. Direct flights from Orlando to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) are abundant on airlines like United and Frontier.

Facilities at San Francisco International Airport

Nearly 50 airlines provide service to SFO, including American, Delta and Southwest. Passengers access flights at the connected international and domestic terminals, and AirTrain shuttles offer quick transportation between the two. Live music, five dozen restaurants, countless shops and several children's play areas are just a few of SFO's amenities.

Ground transportation at the airport is abundant. A BART station is located on site for easy transportation around the Bay Area. SFO’s Rental Car Center provides access to most major rental companies and local bus service. Taxis are plentiful, with fares to downtown costing $45 to $65.

Things to Do Near San Francisco International Airport

Situated south of San Francisco, SFO is close to dozens of entertainment options, including ample shopping. The Shops at Tanforan is a few miles or one BART stop from the airport. CuriOdyssey, a fun hands-on wildlife and science center, is within 15 minutes of SFO. Crystal Springs Golf Course and Coyote Point Recreation Area offer excellent recreation less than 10 miles from the airport.

Hotels in Millbrae, Burlingame and San Bruno are closest to SFO, but Fisherman’s Wharf is iconic San Francisco. Union Square hotels are close to shopping, while Embarcadero lodging is conveniently near the Ferry Building and Financial District.

Hints and Tips for San Francisco International Airport

Infamous for its historic Chinatown, San Francisco hosts wildly popular Chinese New Year festivities. It also boasts lively St. Patrick’s Day events and June Gay Pride weekends.

San Francisco is a legendary food city, so most neighborhoods have stellar restaurant options. On the wharf, seafood is bountiful; in North Beach, Italian cuisine is king. Mexican food in the Mission District and Chinese food in Chinatown are also good bets. Richmond has a delightful mix of all food styles, from stellar Asian cuisine to Italian and Moroccan fare. A budget meal for two in San Francisco costs about $30.

Weather is mostly temperate year-round here, with average highs in the upper 50s and 60s Fahrenheit. Average lows stay in the upper 40s and 50s throughout the year. As a result, it’s always a good idea to bring along a sweater regardless of the season.