Traveling from Brussels to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): What you need to know
San Francisco is nine hours behind Brussels. San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco, which is in the UTC-8 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Brussels to SFO.
During popular months like September, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during high season in general.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Brussels to SFO with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Brussels Airport (BRU), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BRU and SFO include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
BRU is about 13 kilometers from central Brussels. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 20 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Brussels to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels close to Brussels Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Brussels Airport, 75% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Split up your flight from Brussels to San Francisco International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Brussels South Charleroi Airport and SFO include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
CRL is around 56 kilometers from central Brussels. It takes 55 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Start your vacation sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your Brussels to SFO flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Brussels South Charleroi Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Brussels South Charleroi Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 78%.
About San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Brussels to San Francisco International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Brussels to San Francisco International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
Central San Francisco is around 21 kilometers from San Francisco International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a cab, car rental or ride-share.
Traveling by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
$394 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Brussels to San Francisco International Airport. A return flight starts from $686. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from Brussels to SFO, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
Affordable Brussels to San Francisco International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Brussels to SFO.
Save on your flight from Brussels to San Francisco International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Brussels to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Brussels to San Francisco International Airport (SFO). July is the most popular month to visit San Francisco. If crowds aren't your thing, go in December.
Lock in a Brussels to SFO plane ticket departing in September if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in San Francisco to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Brussels to San Francisco International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about San Francisco
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in San Francisco right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Brussels to San Francisco International Airport:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island are must-visits when exploring San Francisco.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited San Francisco, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel about 257 kilometers east to Fresno to check off its top attractions. From Forestiere Underground Gardens to Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another great destination in the United States, consider Sacramento, roughly 129 kilometers northeast of San Francisco. California State Railroad Museum, Old Sacramento State Historic Park and Crocker Art Museum are among the biggest draws.