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Cheap Flights from Australia to San Francisco
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Australia to San Francisco that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Australia to San Francisco
Wed, Sep 23 - Sun, Oct 4
6:15 am - 9:18 pm
SYD
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SFO
32h 03m
2 stops
6:00 am - 10:25 pm
SFO
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SYD
46h 25m
3 stops
$797Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 29
2:00 pm - 12:25 pm
SYD
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SFO
17h 25m
1 stop
10:05 pm - 12:35 pm
SFO
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SYD
19h 30m
1 stop
$798Fiji Airways
Sun, Sep 6 - Wed, Sep 16
1:30 pm - 1:40 pm
MEL
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SFO
17h 10m
1 stop
11:25 pm - 12:00 pm
SFO
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MEL
19h 35m
1 stop
$799Fiji Airways
Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 21
8:35 am - 9:10 pm
PER
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SFO
27h 35m
1 stop
12:30 am - 7:15 am
SFO
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PER
39h 45m
1 stop
$1,133Philippine Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Fri, Sep 11
8:35 am - 9:10 pm
PER
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SFO
27h 35m
1 stop
12:30 am - 7:15 am
SFO
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PER
39h 45m
1 stop
$1,143Philippine Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
6:10 am - 10:32 am
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SFO
22h 52m
2 stops
9:00 am - 6:10 pm
SFO
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ADL
38h 40m
2 stops
$1,167Air Canada
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
6:10 am - 10:32 am
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SFO
22h 52m
2 stops
9:00 am - 6:10 pm
SFO
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ADL
38h 40m
2 stops
$1,169Air Canada
Fri, Oct 23 - Sat, Oct 31
1:10 am - 9:50 am
PER
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SFO
23h 40m
1 stop
10:40 am - 2:45 pm
SFO
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PER
37h 05m
1 stop
$1,203Singapore Airlines
Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 26
6:15 pm - 9:50 am
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SFO
32h 35m
1 stop
10:40 am - 5:20 pm
SFO
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CNS
37h 40m
1 stop
$1,223Singapore Airlines
Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 26
10:55 am - 11:55 am
CNS
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SFO
18h 00m
1 stop
4:25 pm - 11:05 am
SFO
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CNS
25h 40m
3 stops
$1,414Air New Zealand
Recent one-way flight deals from Australia to San Francisco
Wed, Sep 16
1:15 pm - 9:18 pm
SYD
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SFO
25h 03m
2 stops
$387Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 10
1:15 pm - 6:23 pm
SYD
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SFO
22h 08m
2 stops
$388Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22
11:50 am - 9:18 pm
BNE
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SFO
26h 28m
2 stops
$396Multiple Airlines
Sun, Aug 23
11:35 am - 1:40 pm
BNE
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SFO
19h 05m
1 stop
$399Fiji Airways
Fri, Aug 21
6:15 am - 1:40 pm
SYD
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SFO
24h 25m
1 stop
$399Fiji Airways
Fri, Aug 21
1:30 pm - 1:40 pm
MEL
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SFO
17h 10m
1 stop
$399Fiji Airways
Sun, Aug 9
11:35 am - 1:40 pm
BNE
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SFO
19h 05m
1 stop
$400Fiji Airways
Tue, Sep 22
12:05 pm - 12:55 pm
ADL
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SFO
17h 20m
1 stop
$871Air New Zealand
Thu, Jul 30
6:20 am - 10:20 am
CBR
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SFO
21h 00m
2 stops
$911Air Canada
Fri, Jul 31
6:20 am - 6:32 pm
CBR
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SFO
29h 12m
2 stops
$1,113Air Canada
Recent last minute flight deals from Australia to San Francisco
Fri, Jul 24 - Sat, Jul 25
10:20 am - 6:50 am
SYD
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SFO
13h 30mnonstop
6:00 am - 7:00 am
SFO
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SYD
32h 00m
1 stop
$820United Airlines
Fri, Jul 24 - Sat, Aug 1
1:15 pm - 1:40 pm
SYD
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SFO
17h 25m
1 stop
10:35 pm - 11:50 am
SFO
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SYD
20h 15m
1 stop
$929Fiji Airways
Fri, Jul 24 - Sat, Jul 25
1:15 pm - 1:40 pm
SYD
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SFO
17h 25m
1 stop
10:35 pm - 10:25 pm
SFO
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SYD
30h 50m
1 stop
$945Fiji Airways
Fri, Jul 24 - Sun, Jul 26
9:30 am - 6:54 am
SYD
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SFO
38h 24m
2 stops
6:00 am - 7:00 am
SFO
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SYD
32h 00m
1 stop
$1,005United Airlines
Tue, Jul 28 - Wed, Aug 19
9:40 am - 12:55 pm
BNE
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SFO
20h 15m
1 stop
10:05 pm - 11:05 am
SFO
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BNE
20h 00m
1 stop
$1,067Air New Zealand
Tue, Jul 28 - Wed, Aug 19
9:40 am - 12:55 pm
BNE
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SFO
20h 15m
1 stop
10:05 pm - 11:05 am
SFO
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BNE
20h 00m
1 stop
$1,070Air New Zealand
Fri, Jul 24 - Mon, Aug 10
8:45 pm - 10:20 am
MEL
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SFO
30h 35m
2 stops
6:30 pm - 12:20 pm
SFO
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MEL
24h 50m
2 stops
$1,274Air Canada
Mon, Jul 27 - Mon, Aug 3
8:40 pm - 10:20 am
MEL
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SFO
30h 40m
2 stops
6:30 pm - 11:20 am
SFO
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MEL
23h 50m
2 stops
$1,285Air Canada
Sun, Jul 26 - Sun, Aug 2
12:40 pm - 5:45 pm
ADL
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SFO
21h 35m
1 stop
10:30 pm - 9:40 am
SFO
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ADL
18h 40m
1 stop
$1,791Qantas Airways
Mon, Jul 27 - Sun, Dec 20
10:30 am - 11:59 pm
PER
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SFO
28h 29m
2 stops
8:45 pm - 8:30 pm
SFO
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PER
31h 45m
1 stop
$2,262Qantas Airways
Recent direct flight deals from Australia to San Francisco
Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8
9:25 pm - 5:45 pm
SYD
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SFO
13h 20mnonstop
10:30 pm - 6:25 am
SFO
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SYD
14h 55mnonstop
$1,417Qantas Airways
Tue, Aug 4 - Sun, Aug 30
9:25 pm - 5:45 pm
SYD
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SFO
13h 20mnonstop
10:30 pm - 6:25 am
SFO
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SYD
14h 55mnonstop
$1,421Qantas Airways
Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 29
9:25 pm - 3:55 pm
SYD
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SFO
13h 30mnonstop
8:45 pm - 6:25 am
SFO
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SYD
14h 40mnonstop
$1,439Qantas Airways
Tue, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 18
11:50 am - 6:25 am
SYD
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SFO
13h 35mnonstop
11:05 pm - 9:20 am
SFO
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SYD
15h 15mnonstop
$1,450United Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 18
11:50 am - 6:25 am
SYD
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SFO
13h 35mnonstop
11:05 pm - 9:20 am
SFO
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SYD
15h 15mnonstop
$1,454United Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 18
11:50 am - 6:25 am
SYD
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SFO
13h 35mnonstop
11:05 pm - 9:20 am
SFO
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SYD
15h 15mnonstop
$1,456United Airlines
Fri, Aug 28 - Tue, Sep 8
9:25 pm - 5:45 pm
SYD
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SFO
13h 20mnonstop
10:30 pm - 6:25 am
SFO
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SYD
14h 55mnonstop
$1,471Qantas Airways
Fri, Aug 7 - Fri, Aug 21
9:25 pm - 5:45 pm
SYD
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SFO
13h 20mnonstop
10:30 pm - 6:25 am
SFO
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SYD
14h 55mnonstop
$1,484Qantas Airways
Wed, Oct 7 - Sun, Oct 25
11:55 am - 8:10 am
MEL
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SFO
14h 15mnonstop
11:35 pm - 9:30 am
SFO
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MEL
15h 55mnonstop
$1,512United Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Jan 26
10:40 am - 6:50 am
BNE
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SFO
13h 10mnonstop
11:05 pm - 7:30 am
SFO
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BNE
14h 25mnonstop
$1,532Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to San Francisco
Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to San Francisco to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.
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What is the cheapest flight to San Francisco?
These are the best round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 5 days.
In the last 5 days, the cheapest flight deal to San Francisco was found on the route from Sydney, at $797 return. The most popular connection is from Brisbane to San Francisco and KAYAK users have found round-trip deals for as low as $848 in the last 5 days.
How much is a flight to San Francisco?
The average and cheapest price for all round-trip flights to San Francisco from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last month.
A flight to San Francisco costs $1,061 on average. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $483 and departed from Sydney. The most popular routes on KAYAK are Sydney to San Francisco which costs $1,411 on average, and Brisbane to San Francisco, which costs $1,896 on average.
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What is the cheapest day to fly to San Francisco?
The average price of all round-trip flights to San Francisco clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to San Francisco is Wednesday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $1,243. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Friday, where round-trip prices are $1,474 on average.
What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?
To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights to San Francisco is November, where tickets cost $900 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of tickets from Australia is $1,252 and $1,175 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is February with an average price of $623.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly to San Francisco?
The average price for all round-trip flights to San Francisco depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
The cheapest time of day to fly to San Francisco is generally in the afternoon, when round-trip flights cost $1,280 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to San Francisco is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,687.
What is a good deal for flights to San Francisco?
If you’re looking for cheap airfare to San Francisco, 25% of our users found tickets to San Francisco for the following prices or less: From Melbourne Airport $949 round-trip, from Sydney $1,093 round-trip, from Brisbane $1,158 round-trip.
How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?
To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.
What are the most popular airlines flying to San Francisco?
The most popular airline among KAYAK users flying to San Francisco is United Airlines, followed by Fiji Airways and Qantas Airways.
Which airline offers the most flights to San Francisco?
Of the 2 airlines that fly to San Francisco, United Airlines offers the most flights, with around 18 per week, followed by Qantas Airways with 3 flights per week.
How long is the flight to San Francisco?
The duration of your flight to San Francisco depends on your departure and arrival airports. Obviously, any flights that include a layover will also be longer. The most popular routes to San Francisco on KAYAK are from Brisbane, which takes 12h 55m, Sydney, which takes 13h 20m, Melbourne, which takes 14h 10m, and Adelaide, which takes 24h 13m.
How many direct flights to San Francisco are there each day?
There are around 1,818 direct flights from within Australia to San Francisco every day. Most flights depart in the morning, with 41% of flights departing in the morning.
How many direct flights to San Francisco are there each week?
Each week there are around 12,722 direct flights from within Australia to San Francisco. The most common day for departures is Sunday, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.
How many long-haul flights are there to San Francisco each week?
There are not any medium-haul (3-6 hour flight duration) or short-haul (up to 3 hour flight duration) flights to San Francisco. Instead, there are 123 long-haul flights (6-12 hour flight duration), with the most arriving from Melbourne.
How many cities have direct flights to San Francisco?
From Australia, there are direct flights to San Francisco from 3 cities. The city with the most direct flights is Melbourne, with 52 direct flights each week.
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FAQs - booking San Francisco flights
Where can I shower at San Francisco Airport?
Those wanting to freshen up after a long flight will be glad to know there are showers, nap rooms and even ironing facilities all in one place at Freshen Up!, in the main hall of the international terminal. Toiletries are also sold at this location, which is by the entrance to Gates G1-G14.
What options are there for dining at San Francisco Airport?
If you are hungry after a long flight or before a connecting flight, there is a good range of food options at San Francisco Airport, from table service restaurants to classic takeaways such as Burger King. You will find bakeries, cafes, bars and worldwide cuisine, with an option sure to satisfy most palates. For a fresh Californian menu including local microbrews, check out Gott’s Roadside, featuring fresh local seafood on its varied menu.
Is a train service available to and from San Francisco Airport?
San Francisco Airport is serviced by the BART rail network. The SFO BART Station is located at the International Terminal on the Departures level. If you are in another terminal, you can take the AirTrain between terminals for free. BART tickets can be purchased from the station; vouchers can also be purchased in advance online and redeemed at the Information Booth near the AirTrain escalator. BART connects the airport to downtown San Francisco, but also to the San Mateo County and East Bay areas.
How much is a taxi fare from San Francisco Airport to downtown San Francisco?
Taxis in San Francisco all have metered rates. The travel time from the airport to downtown San Francisco is about 30 minutes, and the fare should be between US$46 (about AU$64) and US$66 (about AU$92), depending on the exact destination. Taxis are available outside Arrivals at all terminals, and taxi coordinators are available to help from 7am to 2:15am.
Is there an on-site airport hotel at San Francisco Airport?
Nap rooms are available at FreshenUp inside the International Terminal at San Francisco Airport. Located close to the Airport Travel Agency, it is open 24 hours a day with rates from one hour up to an overnight stay. Showers are also available for an extra fee. In addition, there are five other hotels within five minutes of the airport, all of which offer airport shuttle services.
Which lounge can I go to at San Francisco Airport if I’m flying economy?
There are various airline lounges at San Francisco Airport, but most are only accessible if you are flying with that particular airline. The Air France-KLM Lounge is, however, accessible to all passengers through the purchase of a prepaid pass, regardless of the airline or class they’re traveling with. It is located in the International Terminal and offers beverages, a television, newspapers and Wi-Fi from 6:45am to 1am every day.
What is the cheapest flight to San Francisco?
In the last 5 days, the cheapest flight deal to San Francisco was found on the route from Sydney, at $797 return. The most popular connection is from Brisbane to San Francisco and KAYAK users have found round-trip deals for as low as $848 in the last 5 days.
How far is San Francisco Airport from central San Francisco?
The distance between San Francisco Airport and downtown San Francisco is 11 miles.
What is the name of San Francisco’s airport?
When flying to San Francisco, you'll arrive at San Francisco Airport (SFO). The airport is also known as San Francisco or San Francisco Intl.
How much is a flight to San Francisco?
On average, a flight to San Francisco costs $1,061. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $483 and departed from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to San Francisco?
KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to San Francisco.
How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to San Francisco?
KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.
What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to San Francisco?
Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back with another airline.
What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to San Francisco?
Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.
Top tips for finding cheap flights to San Francisco
Looking for cheap airfare to San Francisco? 25% of our users found round-trip tickets to San Francisco for the following prices or less: From Melbourne $769, from Sydney $883, from Brisbane $3,503
Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest San Francisco flight deals.
If you are waiting for your next flight during a layover and are in need of some fresh air at San Francisco International Airport (SFO), head up to SkyTerrace, with comfortable seating and 180 degree views of the airport and beyond.
Those looking for rest, relaxation and rejuvenation after a long flight or between flights at San Francisco International Airport will find a spa and yoga room in Terminal 2 and another yoga room in Terminal 3. The yoga rooms are free to use.
To pick up a book at San Francisco International Airport, for your California beach days or commutes between meetings, you will find a good selection of bookstores and other stores stocking books and magazines. Pick up something to read and find a quiet area to pass the time.
If using up time during a layover with retail therapy is your kind of travel, you’ll find plenty available at San Francisco Airport, including luxury brands like Hermes, Gucci and Burberry. Shop duty free and find new favourite pieces for your next adventure.
SamTrans is a 24-hour bus service which links San Francisco Airport to parts of San Francisco city. The routes that stop directly at the airport terminals are routes SFO, ECR, 292, 397 and 398. Buses leave from Terminals 2 and 3 outside Arrivals, and from the International Terminal at Level 1.
If you’re traveling with kids, you will find nurseries available in Terminals 1, 2 and 3, as well as children’s play areas (Kids’ Spots) in Terminals 2 and 3. If you need items for infants such as diapers, medicine and formula, you can find them at one of the various News shops around the airport. In addition, many restaurants have kids’ menus available.
Should you need to put your bags in storage after your flight to San Francisco, please note that luggage storage is available at the Airport Travel Agency in the International Terminal. You can also store sports equipment, dog kennels, canoes and bicycles. They are open from 6am to 11pm every day, with prices varying according to the size of your item and the length of time you wish to store it for.
An Airport Butler service is available to passengers: a customized concierge service whereby a member of airport staff assists passengers departing or arriving on flights to San Francisco, or possibly connecting to another flight. You can make a reservation for this service online; it is available in different languages.
If you have a bit of time before your flight, head to the Aviation Museum & Library located in the International Terminal for an insight into the world of commercial aviation. The museum is open from 10:30am to 4:30pm every day. Additionally, there are 40 art exhibitions spread throughout the airport terminals, which include paintings, installations, photography and video arts.
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