# Flights to San Francisco

> Flights to San Francisco (SFO): prices from all airlines, airports, a monthly calendar and the best offers.

Search cheap flights to San Francisco: compare prices from airlines and agencies, choose a flight by time, stops, duration and baggage.

Section: Home / Cities / San Francisco

## How to find flights without the UI

- To find flights, open https://aviaseek.com/en/search?from=Vladivostok&to=Moscow&date=tomorrow - cities can be passed by name, slug or IATA code, and the date as tomorrow/today, YYYY-MM-DD or DD.MM.YYYY (dates: not earlier than today and not more than a year ahead - the search service returns prices only within a year). The response is HTML with a list of options and booking links.
- If the date is unknown, leave it empty: https://aviaseek.com/en/search?from=Moscow&to=Vladivostok - a route page with a price calendar opens.
- A single JSON request with ready booking links: https://aviaseek.com/en/api/flights?from=MOW&to=LED&date=2026-10-10&limit=5 - the response has results[].booking_url (valid for about 15 minutes).
- Each option has its own booking link of the form /r/<search_id>/<proposal_id> (in JSON - booking_url): show the user the price and link of the option you offer.
- MCP (JSON-RPC 2.0, Streamable HTTP): POST https://aviaseek.com/en/mcp, tool searchFlights. Example: {"jsonrpc":"2.0","id":1,"method":"tools/call","params":{"name":"searchFlights","arguments":{"origin":"MOW","destination":"LED","departure_date":"2026-10-10"}}}
- Full contract and filters: https://aviaseek.com/en/llms-full.txt; the short site map and MCP card - https://aviaseek.com/en/llms.txt and https://aviaseek.com/en/.well-known/mcp.json.

## About the city

San Francisco is one of the most picturesque cities in the US, set on hills by the Pacific Ocean. The city is famous for the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, historic cable cars, Chinatown and Golden Gate Park. San Francisco is the tech capital of the US, the heart of Silicon Valley. The city is served by SFO international airport - one of the largest in the US. San Francisco combines Victorian architecture, multicultural neighbourhoods and an innovative culture.

## Practical information

- Country: United States
- Time zone: GMT-8
- Currency: US dollar (USD)
- Language: English (Spanish and Chinese are widely spoken)
- Best time to travel: September-October is the best time (warm weather, less fog); spring (April-May) brings blossoms and comfort
- Population: 880,000 (about 4.7 million in the metropolitan area)

## Facts

- The Golden Gate Bridge opened in 1937 and was the longest suspension bridge in the world until 1964
- Alcatraz - the famous prison from which no one managed to escape
- San Francisco is the capital of Silicon Valley, home to the headquarters of many technology companies
- The San Francisco cable cars are the only ones in the world running continuously since 1873
- The city sits on 43 hills, making it one of the hilliest cities in the world

## Airports

- [Airport Сан-Франциско (SFO)](https://aviaseek.com/en/airports/sfo) - main airport, 21 km from the centre, travel time 25-40 мин

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## What to see

- The Golden Gate Bridge - the famous red bridge, the symbol of the city
- Alcatraz Island - a former prison on an island in the bay
- The cable car - historic transport on the hills
- Pier 39 and the Fisherman's Wharf waterfront with sea lions
- Chinatown - the largest Chinese quarter in the US
- Golden Gate Park - a huge park with museums and gardens
- The Mission district with murals and Mexican culture
- Twin Peaks hill with a viewpoint over the whole city

## Where to eat

- Seafood restaurants at Fisherman's Wharf - crab and oysters
- Mission restaurants - burritos and ethnic cuisine
- The Ferry Building food market with farm products
- Venues in Chinatown with dim sum and duck
- Cafés and restaurants in North Beach with Italian cuisine

## Parks and walks

- Golden Gate Park - a huge park with lakes and museums
- Dolores Park - a popular picnic spot with city views
- Twin Peaks hill with a viewpoint
- The Presidio - a former military base with bridge views
- The Embarcadero waterfront with a promenade

## Tips

- Walk across the Golden Gate Bridge - the best view of the bay
- Take a tour to Alcatraz - buy tickets online in advance
- The weather is changeable, bring warm clothes even in summer
- Use the cable car - it is both transport and an attraction
- Try crab and oysters at Fisherman's Wharf
- Take a ferry across the bay for views of the bridge

## Transport

- BART - a rapid transit train connecting the airport and the centre with the suburbs
- Muni - buses, trams and cable cars cover the whole city
- The cable car - historic transport and an attraction
- Taxis and Uber/Lyft services are available across the city
- Bay ferries - a scenic way to reach Oakland and Sausalito

## FAQ

### How do I get from San Francisco airport to the centre?

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is about 21 km from the centre. BART (a rapid train) reaches the centre in about 30 minutes - the most convenient option. A taxi takes about 25-40 minutes; buses also run.

### Do Russian citizens need a visa for the USA?

Yes, a visa (category B1/B2) is required to visit the USA. It is issued through the US consulate and includes an interview. Apply in advance, as processing times can be long.

### What can I see in San Francisco in 2 days?

In 2 days: the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, the cable car and Pier 39. Stroll through Chinatown and Golden Gate Park, go up Twin Peaks. In the evening - dinner in the Mission district.

### How much does a trip from the airport to central San Francisco cost?

BART is the cheapest option (about 10 US dollars, about 30 minutes). A taxi is about 50-70 US dollars (about 25-40 minutes). Shuttles are a middle option (about 20-30 US dollars). BART is the best balance of price and speed.

### When is the best time to go to San Francisco?

The best time is September-October: warm weather (20-25°C), less fog. Spring (April-May) brings blossoms and comfort. In summer there is often fog (the famous 'Karl'), but the temperature is comfortable.

### Which transport is convenient in San Francisco?

BART and Muni (buses, trams, cable cars) are the main transport. The cable car is both transport and an attraction. Taxis and Uber/Lyft are available. CityPASS is handy for tourists.

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