San Francisco airport (SFO)
Location details, contact information, airlines, departure and arrival flight status, transportation, facilities and services, parking, special passenger amenities, nearby hotels and answers to passengers' frequently asked questions.
Passenger Guide
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is the main gateway to the San Francisco Bay Area and Silicon Valley. As one of the most important airports on the U.S. West Coast, it handles a high volume of domestic flights and serves as a key connecting point for routes to Asia, Europe, and Latin America.
Official Website: flysfo.com
Information Phone: +1 650 821 8211.
Terminals
The airport has four terminals: Harvey Milk Terminal 1, Terminal 2, Terminal 3, and the International Terminal (with A and G gates). All operate 24 hours.
Inter-Terminal Connections (AirTrain): AirTrain is a free, automated people mover linking all terminals. It operates 24/7 every few minutes with two lines:
- Red Line: Continuous loop serving all terminals, terminal parking garages, the BART station, and the Grand Hyatt at SFO.
- Blue Line: Follows the Red Line route but adds stops at Long-Term Parking and the Rental Car Center.
Annual Passenger Traffic: 52.3 million passengers in 2024.
Information Points
Information booths are conveniently located on the arrivals level of each terminal. In addition, the airport’s volunteer programs (SFO Wag Brigade and Guest Experience) patrol the terminals to assist travelers with information and wayfinding.
Location
The airport is located in San Mateo County, 23 km (14 miles) south of the city of San Francisco.
See MapParking services at San Francisco airport (SFO)
Several areas are available for short and long stays, with charging stations for electric vehicles. Within 5 minutes of the terminals, at North McDonnell Road and San Bruno Avenue, there is a passenger pick-up area (Cell Phone Waiting Lot) that is free of charge for 60 minutes and available from 5:00 am to 1:00 am. There is also a Kiss & Fly drop-off area next to the rental car center. More information: Tel +1 650 821 7900. Rates
Domestic Garage - 5-level short-stay facility located in the center of the airport, with tunnel access to all terminals. Exclusive spaces (ParkFAST) on level 4, opposite Terminal 1, by online reservation only.
International Garage A & G - Short-stay areas located north and south of the International Terminal, connected by pedestrian walkways. The other terminals can be accessed by AirTrain.
Long Term Garage - Covered and open-air spaces for long periods, connected to the terminals via the AirTrain from level 5.
Facilities for passengers with special needs
There are designated parking spaces, accessible transportation between terminals, special lanes at security checkpoints, ramps, adapted toilets and telephones, and relief areas for service animals. Passengers requiring special assistance or wheelchairs should coordinate the appropriate services with their airline at the time of booking.
Latest updates: November 18, 2025
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