Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Flights from Quito to San Francisco usually depart from Quito Mariscal Sucr (UIO) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

Question 2

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Quito to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Quito to San Francisco:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

One-stop flights from Quito to San Francisco most commonly connect through:

• Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 39% of one-stop connections
• San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) - 32% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 17% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 10% of one-stop connections

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Quito to San Francisco. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $559 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $645, a difference of $86.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Question 5

What popular places can I visit in San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

Question 6

How expensive are last-minute Quito to San Francisco flights?

Accepted Answer

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 16% above the $579 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Question 7

How long is a flight from Quito to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from Quito to San Francisco takes 00m, covering 3,823 miles.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $574 to $2,481. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

One-way fares from Quito to San Francisco are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $358.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Flying via San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 02m, compared with 11h 42m via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) and 12h 19m via Miami (MIA).

Question 12

What is the time difference between Quito and San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

San Francisco is 2 hours behind Quito (Pacific Time vs Ecuador Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Question 13

What car rental options are available at San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

Accepted Answer

San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Fox

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

Round-trip flights from Quito to San Francisco range from $484 to $674, with an average of $579 over the past 12 months. Anything below $484 counts as a good deal.

Question 15

How much is a round-trip flight from Quito to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Round-trip flights from Quito to San Francisco typically range from $484 to $674. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $574, on Avianca.

Question 16

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Quito to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Quito to San Francisco. It’s 4% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

Question 17

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Quito to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Quito to San Francisco at $400 round-trip.
•December ($762) and July ($677) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 90% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Question 18

When are flights from Quito to San Francisco the cheapest?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Quito to San Francisco are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 39% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Question 19

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Quito to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Avianca ($574) and American Airlines ($590) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Quito to San Francisco according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

Question 20

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Quito to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) is the most popular layover for the Quito to San Francisco route. 39% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via PTY.

Question 21

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Quito to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Flights via San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $561. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 22

When flying from Quito to San Francisco which airport offers the shortest layover?

Accepted Answer

San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) had the shortest average connection time for Quito to San Francisco layovers at 6h 51m over the past 3 months.

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