Consistently ranked as one of the best airports in the U.S., San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is the second-busiest airport in the state of California. Although not as large, the Bay Area has two other major international airports, Oakland International Airport (OAK) and Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC).
SFO Airport welcomes more than 50 million passengers annually and is an important hub for United and Alaska Airlines. It also serves as major long-haul carriers such as Air France, Cathay Pacific, and KLM, as well as low-cost carriers Frontier, JetBlue, and Southwest.
San Francisco Airport Services
Special Assistance
SFO Airport has implemented a fantastic Sensory Room, specifically aimed at assisting anxious and neurodivergent travelers and their families. Located in Terminal 1 near gate C2, the room features quiet spaces and several interactive experiences, including a full-scale plane interior to help passengers prepare for being onboard.
If you require wheelchair assistance either to or from your aircraft, arrangements should be made directly with your airline prior to traveling. On arrival at the airport, you can approach a skycap porter or airline staff member. Please keep in mind that the use of electronic carts is limited at SFO.
Other support services include Companion Care Restrooms with adult changing tables, teletypewriters for those who are deaf or hard of hearing, visual paging systems, as well as ramps, lifts, and elevators.
Baggage Services
San Francisco Airport Lounges
VIP Services
Complimentary WiFI
SFO Airport Parking
Whether you’re picking someone up or dropping, off or setting off on an overseas holiday, there are plenty of options for airport parking at SFO.
Accessible spaces and electric vehicle charging are available in all parking garages and lots, and rates are capped at $4 (€3.40) for the first 30 minutes, regardless of where you park.
For easy access to each terminal 24 hours a day, catch the AirTrain from the Kiss ‘n’ Fly lot and Level 5 of the SFO Airport Long-Term Parking Garage.
Short-term parking
Located next to each terminal
Day rates of $36 (€30.70) for domestic and $38 (€32.40) for international
Great for business trips or greeting someone on arrival
Long-term parking
Connected to each terminal via the AirTrain
Rates start at $4 (€3.40) per 30 minutes, up to
$25 (€21.30) a day
Check your luggage in with Bags, Inc at the Remote Bag Check
Best for overseas vacations
Kiss ‘n’ Fly
Connected to each terminal via the AirTrain
Remote Bag Check available for domestic flights
Perfect for dropping off friends and family
Cell Phone Lot
Free for up to 1 hour
5-minute drive to the terminal
Located near the Long-term parking lot
Ideal for picking someone up from outside the terminal
Live Arrivals
Live Departures
Terminal Information
San Francisco Airport is comprised of four main terminals, centered around a core transport and parking area. Terminals 1, 2, and 3 are used for domestic flights, and the International Terminal is divided into Concourses A and G.
Post-security, terminals are connected via walkways and an Airtrain, which is located on Level 4 above the parking garages.
Harvey Milk Terminal 1 was the first airport terminal in the world to earn full WELL Core Certification, an achievement reflective of SFO’s ongoing commitment to health-focused and environmentally conscious travel across all of their terminals. Keep an eye out for these initiatives during your journey.
Terminal 1
Terminal 2
Terminal 3
International Terminal
Transportation options from and to San Francisco Airport
Transfer to the city center
By Train
Ride the BART Rapid Rail to Union Square in 30 minutes
*Departure every 20 minutes
By Bus
Board the SamTrans 292 bus to Downtown San Francisco in 1 hour 15 minutes
*Departure every 30 minutes
By Taxi
Catch a taxi from the ranks outside each terminal to Downtown.
*Or, for a more personalized experience, pre-book a San Francisco Airport taxi with Welcome Pickups
By Car
Drive to the city center in 30 minutes
*Trip durations vary depending on your final destination and traffic
More connections from San Francisco Airport
Buses and Coaches
Take the 397 night bus from Terminals 2, 3, A, and G to the city center in 55 minutes.
If you’re headed out of the city, take an Airporter bus to tourist hotspots such as Napa Valley and Sonoma County.
Train
Car Rental at San Francisco Airport
Taxis and Private Transfers
Hotels near SFO Airport
Practical Information
Opening Hours
San Francisco Airport: Open 24 hours a day
Luggage Storage: 06:00 to 23:00
Recommended Arrival Times
International Flights: Arrive 3 hours in advance
Domestic Flights: Arrive 2 hours in advance
Airport Codes
San Francisco Airport Code: SFO
ICAO Code: KSFO
Contact Information
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Francisco Airport called?
For short, San Francisco is called SFO International Airport, or just SFO.