Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Cork Airport (ORK): what you need to know
The timezone in Cork is UTC+0, which is seven hours ahead of San Francisco.
Give yourself enough time to catch your SFO to ORK flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Cork Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between SFO and ORK:
London Heathrow Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Cork Airport (ORK)
Currently, $533 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Cork Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $633. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from SFO to ORK, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Cork Airport.
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Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Cork Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
77.36% of flights taking off from San Francisco International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near SFO? If you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Cork Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cork Airport (ORK)
If you're getting in on a late San Francisco International Airport to Cork Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near ORK:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Cork Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Easirent, Budget or Carhire and explore beyond Cork's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Cork Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Cork Airport (ORK) to central Cork
From Cork Airport, Cork is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Cork Airport (ORK)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Cork Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Cork. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Cork Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cork, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SFO to ORK in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of Ireland
You've visited Cork, now it's time to explore more of Ireland. Travel about 225 kilometres north-east to Dublin to check off its must-visit sights. From Guinness Storehouse to Trinity College Library and Dublin Castle, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Ireland, head for Tallaght, roughly 209 kilometres north-east of Cork. Church of the Incarnation, Fettercairn, 3 stuffed bears and Johnson & Perrott Fleet are highlights.
