San Francisco International Airport
San Francisco Bay Area, USA
Overview
United's West Coast transpacific hub, directly served by BART rapid transit and known for its striking Terminal 1 renovation and dedicated international terminal.
Terminals
Terminal 1 (Harvey Milk Terminal)
Domestic gates including Alaska and Southwest, rebuilt with a widely-praised design.
Terminal 2
American Airlines and Virgin America-legacy operations.
Terminal 3
United Airlines' primary hub terminal.
International Terminal
Long-haul international gates, including most transpacific routes.
Airlines serving San Francisco
Lounges
- United Club (Terminal 3)
- United Polaris Lounge (International Terminal)
- American Admirals Club (Terminal 2)
- Alaska Lounge (Terminal 2)
Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the airport with no time restriction.
Parking overview
Long-term, short-term, and off-site parking are all available at SFO. See the full parking guide for prices and walking distances.
Transportation overview
See the full transportation guide for step-by-step directions, travel times, and cost estimates into San Francisco.
Nearby hotels
Grand Hyatt at SFO
Luxury
Westin San Francisco Airport
Upscale
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
Upscale
Car rentals
Frequently asked questions
Is there a hotel inside SFO Airport?
The Grand Hyatt at SFO connects via the AirTrain and covered walkways, making it the closest true on-site option.
How do I get from SFO to Downtown San Francisco?
BART runs directly from the International Terminal into Downtown in about 30 minutes and is generally the fastest option outside of a private car during traffic-light hours.
Can I reach Caltrain from SFO?
Yes — a free shuttle connects the airport to the Millbrae Caltrain/BART station for onward travel down the Peninsula.