[2025 San Mateo County Airports] Travel Guide for San Francisco International Airport (Updated Jun)

looking across the bay with the long road going on forever through the mountains and overlooking the Pacific Ocean is a marvelous view

#Overseas travel You can't miss the famous San Francisco tram! I paid $8 one way to ride it, and in about 30 minutes, you can go around the neighborhood! You can get a cheaper price if you download the Muni app and buy a ticket I captured the feeling of San Francisco's neighborhood while riding the tram! A truly beautiful San Francisco view..❤️

Choosing the right flight is key to whether you can travel comfortably on a long-distance international flight. This time, I took United Airlines' flagship business class, Polaris, on an 11.5-hour flight from San Francisco to Tokyo Haneda. I'll introduce the seats, in-flight meals, and amenities I learned about when I actually boarded the flight. ⸻ ✅ What is Polaris Business Class? United Airlines' premium business class for long-distance international flights. It offers a full range of services to ensure a comfortable trip, including fully flat seats, luxurious bedding, a wide selection of meals and drinks, and lounge access. ⸻ ✈️ Boarding: Start from San Francisco Airport Go through the boarding gate and enter the plane. The seats are arranged in a 1-2-1 herringbone configuration, and all seats have aisle access. This time, I chose seat 12G. • The seats are booth-style, giving a sense of individuality. • Ample leg space even when seated. • Carry-on luggage can be stored under the ottoman (except during takeoff and landing). 📸 The photos also show the welcome screen upon boarding and the movements of passengers around you. ⸻ 🛏 The bedding and amenities are luxurious! United's Polaris bedding is made by Saks Fifth Avenue. The blankets and pillows are luxurious, so you can get a good night's sleep on board. The amenity kit is a collaboration pouch with AWAY, and is fully equipped with an eye mask, toothbrush, skin care set, socks, and more. 📸 The contents of the kit are clearly visible in the image, and it is clear that it is very practical. ⸻ 🍽 In-flight meals: Satisfying in both volume and taste! After takeoff, you can choose from three dinners: • Beef short ribs • Salmon with coconut sauce (optional) • Vegetarian chili and polenta cake The salmon was plump and went well with the Thai risotto-style rice served on the side. The Asian salad was also refreshing with dressing. 📸 The salad, main dish, bread, and drink were all beautifully arranged, and it was great to watch the movie "Indiana Jones" while eating. Dessert time: • Vanilla ice cream topped with brownies and chocolate fudge • A good sweet replenishment with hot coffee ⸻ 🍷 Drinks and snacks The welcome drink was water, but you can enjoy cocktails and sparkling water with nuts during cocktail time. 📸 The photo of Seagram's cans and cocktail glasses lined up is cool. ⸻ 🍳 Breakfast before arrival A hot breakfast was served before arriving at Haneda. The menu included: • Egg bites (Monterey Jack and red pepper) • Sausage • Roasted potatoes and tomatoes • Fruit bowl • Greek yogurt • Bread The quantity and quality were sufficient, and the volume was just right before arriving in Japan. 📸 The well-organized breakfast set looked great under the bright cabin lighting, and it would be Instagram-worthy. ⸻ 🎬 Entertainment and in-flight environment • Large monitor size and touch panel type • Noise-canceling headphones included • The cabin was dark and moody in night mode • Equipped with charging ports, USB, reading lights, etc. ⸻ 🧳 Summary: Flying with Polaris is a worthwhile experience! ✔️ Good points: • Quiet and private seats • High quality bedding, I slept well • In-flight meals were consistently plentiful and tasty • Amenities were plentiful ⸻ You can also earn miles on this flight, so I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to travel comfortably from America to Asia. United Polaris was an experience that made me want to do it again! #unitedairlines #boeing777 #businessclassreview #inflightmeals #polaris #narita #sanfrancisco #flightreview #airtravel #americanairlines #businessclass #unitedairlines #let'sgooverseas

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#JapanFlightEvent DetailedLocation: San Francisco, CA 94128 United States San Francisco International Airport is a great place to travel anytime. It was nice to look around because there were comfortable seats and various duty-free shops. There were many shops open before boarding the night flight, so it was good to buy snacks or souvenirs.

Domestic flight, California SFO Although it is winter now, some Californians wear short sleeves... There happened to be a game today, and my buddies were very enthusiastic and watched the game at the airport while waiting for the flight. I had dinner at SF Giants tonight. In order to lose weight, I ordered the must-eat Chowder soup and salad in San Francisco, as shown in the second and third pictures. San Francisco International Airport is the place that I remember most vividly. Several years ago, I happened to meet basketball star Kobe Bryant, who was sitting in the San Francisco International Airport eating a hamburger.

i had to catch shutter bus to get to the boarding gate of my next flight here at SFO. but nowadays it seems passengers only have to walk. #sfo

#JapanFlightEvent As soon as I arrived in San Francisco, I felt good seeing the phrase "Welcome to San Francisco" to announce the start of my trip. From the moment I left the airport, I was greeted by the city's vibrant atmosphere and unique architecture, and I could immediately feel the charm of San Francisco itself. Along with the feeling of being warmly welcomed, my anticipation for the trip grew.

#JapanAirlineEvent The AirTrain experience at San Francisco Airport was very convenient. It is free, and moving between major areas of the airport was quick and easy. I took the Blue Line to the rental car center, and the wait time was short, and the train was spacious and comfortable, so I was able to move around without any inconvenience even with a lot of luggage. It was also useful for moving to other terminals in the airport, saving time. The AirTrain was a very efficient means of transportation because the route was clear and easy to find.

#JapanAirlineEvent The process of renting a car at San Francisco Airport was very easy. I was able to get to the rental car center right away by AirTrain, and with my Gold membership, I was able to pick up the car quickly without waiting. It was convenient to move around even with a lot of luggage, and the car was in good condition, which was a great help for my out-of-town trip.

#JapanAirlineEvent The overall experience of renting a car at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) was convenient and satisfactory. The rental car center in the airport was easily accessible via shuttle or AirTrain, making it easy to get around. In particular, the AirTrain directly connects you to the desks of each rental car company, making the route efficient. The quality of service may vary depending on the rental car company, but most of them were able to receive the car quickly. The vehicle options were also diverse, with a wide range of choices from compact cars to SUVs. However, since the rates for airport rental cars may be slightly higher, it is recommended to make a reservation in advance to receive a discount. Since San Francisco has complicated roads and expensive parking fees, it is recommended to carefully plan your car use within the city. However, when crossing the Golden Gate Bridge or traveling to outlying areas such as nearby wineries or Yosemite National Park, renting a car was a great advantage. The vehicles were clean and easy to drive, making the trip much more comfortable.

#JapanAirlineEvent After finishing my one-month trip, the way to San Francisco Airport was a time to look back on my trip and feel regret and the last moments. The view of San Francisco outside the car window before arriving at the airport was a beautiful scenery that I could remember for the last time, and it was sad to leave seeing this scenery at the end of my trip. After arriving at the airport and completing the check-in procedure, while waiting for the flight, all the experiences I had during my trip over the past month flashed through my mind. The people I met and the places I experienced during this trip were still vivid in my memory. Although it was my last moment at San Francisco Airport, it was a time when I also felt anticipation for a new trip.

It was great and quiet place with so many choices to eat and drink. It’s worth the price.

Touched down at san Francisco airport and hit Golden Gate Bridge and Pier 39 and the windy road at Lambert road on the first day. Drive down to Las Vegas and stay at Luxor. The hotel is quite near Balagio water fountain and many hotels with casinos. Drove further to San Diego sea world to catch the Ocha and beluga whale.

The return flight is also on a reliable Japanese airline 😉 Month of boarding: January 2024 Airline: Japan Airlines Flight/route: JL57 SFO→NRT Aircraft: B787-8 / JA836J Seat: Economy class Returning to Japan on the same aircraft JA836J as the outbound flight 🇯🇵 The JAL counter at San Francisco International Airport was on the side, and the procedure was smooth. I boarded from Gate A10 in the international terminal. Fortunately, I was able to reserve bulkhead seat 18A in the front row of economy class in advance, and there was only one person on the other side of this row, so I was very comfortable 🙌 I don't like the fact that you can't see the monitor during takeoff and landing in the front row, but with a flight time of 10 and a half hours, this space is appreciated! According to the captain, whose polite announcements were impressive, the route that day was to rise to 57 degrees north latitude to avoid the westerly winds. *9 flight attendants and 126 passengers (186 seats in total). The in-flight service flow was the same as on the outbound flight, with drinks and snacks served about an hour after takeoff, and the first meal served about 30 minutes later. The grilled chicken bowl I chose was quite tasty, and I was also happy that the soba sauce was a jelly-style sauce☺️ After the meal, I had the usual Häagen-Dazs, but it was a bit disappointing that it wasn't a JAL-exclusive flavor. The second meal, served about an hour and a half before arriving in Japan, was an American-style Margherita pizza🍕. Is that supposed to be the case? There was no arugula though 😅 I left the US early in the morning Japan time, so I slept less to avoid jet lag, and watched movies and dramas with my eyes full 😆 As expected, Japan Airlines is comfortable and safe, so you can spend a pleasant time on board✨ #AirTravel2024 #100TravelStyles #OverseasTravel #USA #California #SanFrancisco #jal #JapanAirlines #Airplane #Airport #EconomyClass

San Francisco International Airport International Terminal 📍 This is an international terminal that opened in 2000. It consists of the A Gate that we used this time and the G Gate on the opposite side. The check-in floor has a beautiful ceiling with a leaf-like design 🌿 We couldn't enter this time because it was before business hours, but outside the restricted area on the A Gate side, there are exhibition spaces such as the AVIATION MUSEUM and AVIATION LIBRARY, so if you like aviation, please come and visit 😉 The BART transportation system, which is used to travel between the airport and San Francisco city, is also located in this international terminal, so it is very convenient if you are using this airport for international flights 🚉 In addition, there is a shuttle train that connects the terminals within the airport, so it is easy to move between terminals. *Immigration at San Francisco International Airport is famous for taking a long time. This time, it took an hour and a half 😱 If you are transferring, please make sure to set a time with plenty of time ⚠️ Visit period: December 2023-January 2024 #solotravel #100travelstyles #overseastravel #USA #California #SanFrancisco #airport

The car was great, and services were also great. Used a Ford Edge (booked through Korean Air) for 3 weeks and got a big discount, thank you Hertz San Francisco!#hertz #sanfrancisco #SFO

San Francisco trip was very wonderful trip. You can see the model design of airport which an excellent facilities. This makes your trip more amazing. Hope to come back again in the future #sanfranisco

Introducing the Alaska Lounge at San Francisco International Airport. Inside, there is a bar counter and a coffee counter, and at the coffee counter you can choose your favorite milk (soy milk? regular milk? etc.). There are also toppings such as cinnamon and honey. It's a great space to relax and watch the planes. *Only JGC holders can enter.

First time visited San Francisco Airport. It seen not a huge airport but consists an international and three domestic terminals. The airport is really an artistic airport with every corners displaying art objects/frames for your viewing. When you roam around, there are many restaurants and shops for your convenience. The immigration clearing was far and efficient. My first experience, the immigration officer is nice and friendly that I met.#wheretogo #bestairport #visitusa

Golden gate,san diego bridge , hollywood sign, walk of frame, disney land

#freehotelstaygoof good airport. but whole terminal there is no smoking designatedplace.

San Francisco Airport - a museum within the transit terminal in the airport. Quaint and beautifully organised. Museum feature yesteryears collectibles. #San Francisco Airport #San Francisco Airport Museum #San Francisco Transit

The flight to the United States, the first time I went abroad, I went to the distant United States. Because I was an airline employee, the air ticket was free, so I arranged a three-day vacation and flew to SFO. I was on the plane for two days before and after. I was really young and frivolous🤪

I'm going to share my experience flying into Singapore from San Francisco Airport on Singapore Air~ First, since there is no separate Singapore Air lounge at San Francisco Airport, I use the Polaris Lounge! This is one of the world's best business lounges, with a total of 3 floors, and is divided into a rest area, shower room, dining room, simple buffet, bar, etc. If you have time, how about having a restaurant-worthy meal in the dining room like me, enjoying cocktails and champagne made by a bartender at the bar, and taking a refreshing shower in the shower room before boarding the plane? It was perfect for a long-distance flight! Also, Singapore Airlines business class passengers can order a pre-order meal called Book to Cook~ It is separate from the menu you receive after boarding, so you have to order it in advance on the website after reserving your boarding pass! The menu consists of menus designed by Singapore star chefs, and representative dishes include steak lobster! Lobster as an in-flight meal on an airplane! It's amazing, lol Also, Singapore Air provides a variety of teas, coffees, cocktails, and other professional beverage services, so there are a lot of choices. Thanks to the friendly flight attendants, I had a happy and comfortable flight for 16 hours~ If you have the chance, I recommend you try it too~◡̎#SingaporeAir #SingaporeTravel

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