Flights may be operated by Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd or Porter Airlines Inc.
Board a flight from St. John's to San Francisco and have a golden time
Explore the Golden Gate City after landing from your flight from St John's to San Francisco! San Francisco is filled with fascinating attractions, neighbourhoods and landmarks – and as a highly walkable city, San Francisco is a great destination for those who love to explore on foot.
Golden Gate Park is where you should go to take in fresh air and nature. The 1,017-acre urban oasis is San Francisco's largest park featuring several gardens, attractions and activities. See meticulously manicured landscapes in the Japanese Tea Garden or beautiful plants from around the world in the San Francisco Botanical Garden.
Interested in learning something new after your St John's to San Francisco flight? Swing by the Walt Disney Family Museum to see interactive galleries and exhibits dedicated to the life and work of Walt Disney. Appreciators of art should visit the Asian Art Museum to see paintings, sculptures and textiles from across the Asian continent.
Have an action-packed vacation when you take a flight from St. John's to San Francisco!
Enjoy seafood dishes after your St John's to San Francisco flight
Fisherman's Wharf
A visit to the Fisherman's Wharf is a must after you land from your flight from St. John's to San Francisco. The Wharf is home to shopping, dining and entertainment options – a fun destination for visitors of all ages.
No trip to The Wharf is complete without visiting the famous sea lions! At PIER 39's West Marina, you'll see droves of sea lions lounging on the docks. These boisterous animals are full of personality and are known to bark and play with each other.
Seafood lovers on flights from St. John's to San Francisco are in for a treat when they visit Fisherman's Wharf. Many restaurants serve up delicious seafood specialties like crabs, oysters, seafood chowder and seafood towers. Be sure to try Cioppino, a seafood stew that originated in San Francisco.
Take a walk down memory lane at the Musée Mécanique, an interactive museum featuring 20th-century penny arcade games and artifacts. There are over 300 mechanical machines including video games, photo booths, music boxes and pinball machines.
Explore a culturally rich district after your flight from St. John's to San Francisco
Chinatown
Flights from St. John's to San Francisco take you to one of the oldest Chinatowns in the United States! Founded in 1849, the neighbourhood is considered the cultural heart of the city's Chinese community.
Strike a pose in front of the Dragon's Gate located at the southern end of Chinatown. Constructed in 1979, the green-tiled pagodas and dragon sculptures are some of the most striking features of the gate. Dragon's Gate also happens to be the only authentic Chinatown gate in North America.
Looking for something good to eat after your St. John's to San Francisco flight? Chinatown has plenty of delicious options! Find everything from authentic dim sum restaurants, family-owned dining spots to trendy eateries – no matter what your taste or budget is, Chinatown is a great neighbourhood for foodies.
For something sweet, head to the Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory. The company has been making fortune cookies from scratch since 1962. Visitors are also welcome to take a free tour of the factory to see and learn how these sweet treats are made.
You'll have so much to experience when you take a flight from St. John's to San Francisco!
How to get to St. John's International Airport (YYT)
Porter's check-in desk is located in the departures area.
St. John's International Airport (YYT) is about 7 km / 4.3 mi from downtown St. John's.
Transportation to St. John's International Airport (YYT)
There are a few ways to get to St. John's International Airport (YYT) to catch your YYT to SFO flight.
Taxis
Taxis services are available for pick-up and drop-off at St. John's International Airport (YYT).
By bus
The Metrobus Route 14 offers passengers service to and from the airport. Visit metrobus.com for more information.
St. John's International Airport (YYT) parking
There are many parking options for travellers looking to drive to or from St. John's International Airport (YYT). Choose from hourly, daily, or weekly rates.
Landing in San Francisco after a flight from St. John's
There are many options for transportation to downtown San Francisco from San Francisco International Airport (SFO).
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is about 21 km / 13 mi from downtown.
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to downtown
Taxis and ridesharing
Taxis and ridesharing services like Uber, Lyft and Wingz are available for pick-up and drop-off at San Francisco International Airport (SFO).
Public transit
Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) operates rapid rail service between downtown San Francisco and the airport. The SFO BART Station is located on the Departures Level of the International Terminal. You can access BART from any terminal by riding the airport's complimentary AirTrain to the Garage G/BART Station stop. Visit bart.gov for more information on schedules and fares.
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) parking
There are many parking options for travellers looking to drive to or from San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Long-term and short-term parking are available on-site. Parking can be booked online ahead of time on the SFO website.
