Where do you fly into for Napa or Sonoma?

For commercial airline services, the closest airports from Napa are Sonoma County (Santa Rosa), Oakland International, Sacramento International, and San Francisco International.



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But, door to door, the lower Sonoma Valley is slightly closer to San Francisco than lower Napa. That matters if you're heading up here for a quick overnight stay or even an out-and-back day trip.

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It's important to note that staying in Napa Valley can be quite expensive, so if you're on a budget, you might want to consider staying in Sonoma instead. While still very close to Napa, Sonoma tends to be a little more affordable, with plenty of charming accommodations.

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The best time to visit Napa is from August to October when the fall harvest is in full swing. The weather during this period of time is absolutely perfect. Whenever you visit Napa, it's always a good idea to bring a coat, as the evenings can get a bit chilly.

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Public Transportation Then, you may want to consider getting to Sonoma Valley via public transit. One of the most convenient choices is the San Francisco to Sonoma shuttle run by Golden Gate Transit. This service operates buses from San Francisco to Petaluma and Santa Rosa.

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The Airport offers direct flights on Alaska Airlines to Burbank (BUR), Los Angeles (LAX), Orange County (SNA), Portland (PDX), San Diego (SAN), and Seattle (SEA); on American Airlines to Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and Phoenix Sky Harbor (PHX); on Avelo Airlines to Burbank (BUR), Las Vegas (LAS), and Palm Springs (PSP).

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There is no major airport in Sonoma. It is instead served by San Francisco Airport. Book at least 1 week before departure in order to get a below-average price.

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The best time to visit Napa is August through October or March through May. Napa's peak tourist season corresponds with the region's harvest season (August through October).

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Autumn is ideal for visiting the Sonoma Coast
  • Locals know September, October, and November typically deliver some of the most glorious days of the year on the coast. ...
  • The Sonoma Coast features some of the most stunning landscapes in all of California.


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Napa is the smaller of the two valleys, is typically more expensive and gets more traffic and congestion. Napa is located more inland than Sonoma so they don't get the same cool ocean breezes. Some of the major AVAs in Napa Valley include, Oak Knoll District, Rutherford, St. Helena, Stags Leap District and Yountville.

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