Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Bristol?

Flights from San Francisco to Bristol usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Bristol (BRS).

Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Bristol pass through?

Connecting flights from San Francisco to Bristol most commonly pass through: • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 63% of one-stop connections • Dublin (DUB) – 38% of one-stop connections Together, these airports account for 101% of one-stop bookings on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Bristol?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 48% on the San Francisco to Bristol route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £601 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at £1,153, a difference of £552. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from San Francisco to Bristol?

There are currently no direct flights available from San Francisco to Bristol. Flights with 1 stopover take between 14h 33m and 15h 27m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Bristol?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from San Francisco to Bristol changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £694 to £3,738. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from San Francisco to Bristol looking right now?

One-way fares from San Francisco to Bristol are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £325, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from San Francisco to Bristol?

Flying via Dublin (DUB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 33m, compared to 15h 27m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Bristol?

Bristol is 8 hours ahead of San Francisco (British Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Bristol Airport (BRS)?

Bristol Airport (BRS) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £8 for economy cars. Top options include: • DRIVALIA • GREEN MOTION • Alamo • Europcar • U-Save

How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Bristol flight?

Return flights from San Francisco to Bristol range from £693 to £1,088, with an average of £926 over the past 12 months. Anything below £693 counts as a good deal.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from San Francisco to Bristol?

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) is the most popular stopover for the San Francisco to Bristol route. 63% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via AMS.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from San Francisco to Bristol?

Flights via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of £762. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Francisco to Bristol, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Dublin (DUB) had the shortest average connection time for San Francisco to Bristol stopovers at 532 minutes over the past 3 months.

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Bristol?

Virgin Atlantic (£717) and Delta (£757) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from San Francisco to Bristol according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Bristol?
Flights from San Francisco to Bristol usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Bristol (BRS).
Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Bristol pass through?
Connecting flights from San Francisco to Bristol most commonly pass through:

• Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 63% of one-stop connections
• Dublin (DUB) – 38% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 101% of one-stop bookings on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Bristol?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 48% on the San Francisco to Bristol route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £601 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at £1,153, a difference of £552. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How long is a flight from San Francisco to Bristol?
There are currently no direct flights available from San Francisco to Bristol. Flights with 1 stopover take between 14h 33m and 15h 27m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Bristol?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from San Francisco to Bristol changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £694 to £3,738. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San Francisco to Bristol looking right now?
One-way fares from San Francisco to Bristol are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £325, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from San Francisco to Bristol?
Flying via Dublin (DUB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 33m, compared to 15h 27m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Bristol?
Bristol is 8 hours ahead of San Francisco (British Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
Which car hire options are available at Bristol Airport (BRS)?
Bristol Airport (BRS) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £8 for economy cars. Top options include:
• DRIVALIA
• GREEN MOTION
• Alamo
• Europcar
• U-Save
How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Bristol flight?
Return flights from San Francisco to Bristol range from £693 to £1,088, with an average of £926 over the past 12 months. Anything below £693 counts as a good deal.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average £601 – about £552 less than Wednesday (48% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Bristol trip for March. Fares historically average £601 return in that month – typically £871 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Bristol Airport.
- Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport
- Hathway House
- Acorns Guest House

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