Flying from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is 4 hours 40 minutes.
San Francisco is one hour ahead of Anchorage and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
Every week, there are four Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as early as possible, jump on the 12:30 Alaska Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 23:50 with Alaska Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ANC to SFO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Alaska Airlines is your gateway to exploring San Francisco (and perhaps some other great corners of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to San Francisco International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Alaska Airlines on this route.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. These are the top stopovers between ANC and SFO:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Salt Lake City International Airport
Denver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
At the moment, 137 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 278 €. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from ANC to SFO.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ANC to SFO.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
When it comes to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.27% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Anchorage to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of around 40 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near ANC. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage 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)
Consider booking a hotel close to SFO if you're taking a late Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and chase adventure across San Francisco and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from San Francisco International Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
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 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to San Francisco. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ANC 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
You've seen San Francisco, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Travel about 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to check off its top sights. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Fresno is another essential stop in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. No journey is complete without experiencing Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.
