San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is the second busiest airport in California and serves as a major gateway to the city. Located just 13 miles south of downtown San Francisco, the airport offers various transportation options to reach and leave the airport.
One of the most convenient ways to reach/leave San Francisco Airport is by using public transportation. The airport has its own station on the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) system, which connects to major cities in the Bay Area such as San Francisco, Oakland, and Berkeley. The BART station is located in the International Terminal, and trains run every 15 minutes to and from the airport.
In addition, the airport is also served by SamTrans buses, which provide connections to various destinations in San Francisco and the Peninsula. The bus stop is located on the Departures/Ticketing Level of all terminals.
For those looking for a more direct and comfortable option, taxi and rideshare services are available at the airport. Taxis can be found on the Arrivals/Baggage Claim Level of all terminals, while rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have designated pickup areas outside of the terminals. These services offer a convenient and quick way to reach/leave the airport, but they can be more expensive than public transportation.
If you are traveling in a group or with a lot of luggage, a shuttle service may be a good option for you. Several shuttle companies provide door-to-door service to and from the airport, and they can be booked in advance or upon arrival at the airport. The shuttle pickup areas are located on the Arrivals/Baggage Claim Level of all terminals.
For those who are planning to rent a vehicle at the airport, there are several parking options available at San Francisco Airport.
The airport offers short-term parking in the Domestic Parking Garage and the International Parking Garage. The rates for short-term parking start at $2 for the first 15 minutes and increase up to $36 for a full day.
For longer stays, the airport offers long-term parking in the Long-Term Parking Garage. The rates start at $2 for the first hour and increase up to $25 for a full day. There is also an Economy Parking Lot available for a lower daily rate of $18.
If you are renting a car at the airport, there is a dedicated parking lot at the Rental Car Center. The rates start at $2 for the first hour and increase up to $25 for a full day.
San Francisco Airport has a Rental Car Center, located just a short distance from the airport terminals. The Rental Car Center is accessible by the AirTrain Blue Line, which runs every 5 minutes. Various rental car companies have offices at the Rental Car Center, making it easy to pick up and drop off your vehicle.
If you are planning to rent a vehicle at the airport, it is recommended to make a reservation in advance to ensure availability and to save time upon arrival.
With these various transportation and parking options, reaching/leaving San Francisco Airport and renting a vehicle has never been easier. Whether you prefer public transportation, taxi services, or renting a car, there is a convenient and reliable option for everyone. Happy travels!
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Near the San Francisco Airport agency (USA), you will find the agencies in :
Burlingame (at 2.51km),
South San Francisco (at 2.62km),
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San Mateo Central (california) (at 5.52km),
Pacifica (california) (at 5.7km),
Daly City (california) (at 7.13km),
Foster City (california) (at 7.13km),
San Mateo East (california) (at 7.44km),
Cesar Chavez Downtown (at 8.54km),
San Francisco Sunset District (california) (at 9.06km),
Belmont (at 9.36km),
Belmont El Mercado Shopping Center (at 9.45km),
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South San Francisco car rental (at 4.83km)
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Pacifica car rental (at 6.14km)
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San Mateo car rental (at 13.12km)
Foster City car rental (at 13.16km)
Berkeley car rental (at 13.45km)
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