Flying from Orlando Melbourne International Airport (MLB) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-7, which is three hours behind Melbourne.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MLB to SFO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Orlando Melbourne International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MLB and SFO:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando Melbourne International Airport (MLB) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Orlando Melbourne International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is $172. A round-trip ticket right now is $316. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MLB to SFO, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Orlando Melbourne International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Orlando Melbourne International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Orlando Melbourne International Airport (MLB)
You'll find MLB at 1 Air Terminal Parkway, Suite 220.
Orlando Melbourne International Airport has a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from MLB arrive at their destination as scheduled 83.82% of the time.
Orlando Melbourne International Airport is about 5 kilometers from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 40 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near MLB? If you're catching an early flight from Orlando Melbourne International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SFO if you have a late Orlando Melbourne International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and experience more of San Francisco and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport is roughly 21 kilometers from central San Francisco. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It takes roughly 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Orlando Melbourne International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to San Francisco based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Orlando Melbourne International Airport to San Francisco International Airport for September if you want to visit San Francisco during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MLB to SFO in January if you like traveling 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 seen San Francisco. Around 64 kilometers away to the south-east, its top attractions include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
Fresno is another favorite destination in United States and is around 257 kilometers south-east of San Francisco. No trip is complete without experiencing Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.
