How to get from
Heavenly to San Francisco Airport (SFO)

About travelling from Heavenly, CA to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Sitting high above the California–Nevada state line, Heavenly Mountain Resort offers huge terrain and postcard-perfect views of Lake Tahoe. With 4,800 acres to explore, you’ll find everything from playful glades to sweeping groomers and advanced lines in spots like the Milky Way Bowl. Intermediates are spoiled, with long blue runs that traverse both sides of the mountain. On clear days, the lake shines below providing you with one of the most recognisable vistas in North American skiing.

The mountain operates from two primary base areas. Heavenly Village on the California side is the busiest hub, home to the gondola, rental outlets, eateries, and après venues. The social scene centres around places like Gunbarrel Grill, The Loft Bar, and The Red Hut Café. Staying on the Nevada side puts you next to the casinos and late-night venues of Stateline, where après quickly shifts into nightlife. On the mountain, lodges such as Adventure Peak and Patsy’s Café offer convenient spots to regroup and refuel.

Once winter wraps up, Heavenly becomes a warm-weather playground. The gondola stays open for sightseeing and provides access to ridge walks and short interpretive trails. Popular summer spots include Zephyr Cove’s beach and Emerald Bay’s boat tours. Back in town, events like concerts at Lakeview Commons and craft fairs on the weekends keep South Lake Tahoe buzzing with locals and visitors.

If your trip wraps up with a flight from San Francisco International Airport (SFO), Ridebooker offers easy transfers to the airport from Heavenly. RNO is the closest airport to Heavenly, but SFO is often preferred for long-haul flights and broader connectivity. The return drive takes roughly 3.5 to 4 hours depending on traffic and weather, following I-80 down from the Sierra. Since Heavenly is a walkable resort where most guests don’t need a car, booking a direct transfer back to SFO keeps the end of your trip smooth and stress-free.