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Transportation to San Francisco Airport from the City Center

Located 21 km from the city center, San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is a major transit center for passengers, particularly those traveling from Asia. San Francisco International is the second busiest airport in California, following Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Every year SFO handles a significant number of both domestic and international flights. There are a variety of transportation alternatives passengers can utilize to get to and from the airport.  

San Francisco International Airport stands out for the comfortable and exceptional services it offers. The airport features services aimed at meeting your every need, from comfortable passenger lounges, to restaurants that offer a wide variety of cuisines and a vibrant array of stores where you can go shopping.

San Francisco International Airport is accessible by taxi, bus, train, rental car, and personal car as the airport contains parking lots that offer short-term and long-term parking options.

Train

There are two rail systems that you can use to get to San Francisco International Airport from the city center. The first is the rapid-rail system, the BART. The BART starts running in the early hours of the morning, providing easy and fast transportation between SFO and the northern and southern parts of the city.

The other rail system that you can use to get to SFO is the CalTrain. This train departs on the hour, every hour, every day of the week, until 10 pm. This train provides transportation between San Francisco and San Jose and SFO.

Taxi

One of the most convenient and fastest transportation alternatives to get to SFO from the city center is by taxi. Taxi fares are calculated based on the kilometers traveled. A taxi from downtown San Francisco can cost between 42 and 62 dollars and takes about 20 minutes. For more information on taxi companies and their contact information please visit San Francisco International Airport’s website.

Bus

SamTrans buses provide transportation between the San Francisco city center and the airport. These public buses are operated by San Mateo County and run between San Mateo, various parts of San Francisco and San Francisco International Airport. SamTrans lines KX, 292, 397, and 398 run directly to the airport terminals. Buses stop at the arrivals and baggage claim level of Terminal 2 and Terminal 3 and at Level 1 of the International Terminal.

Rental Car

Renting a car is another transportation alternative to get to the airport. There are many rental car companies located in the city. You can drop off your rental vehicle at the Rental Car Center before your departure. From the Rental Car Center the AirTrain Blue Line provides access to the airport terminals and it operates 24 hours a day, every day of the week. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Alamo, Dollar, Hertz, Avis, Enterprise, National, Budget, Fox and Thrifty.

Bike

San Francisco International Airport contains bike assembly stations and parking areas for those who want to access the airport by bike. The BART and SamTrans rapid rail systems provide passengers with bike/transit options and the airport features marked bicycle routes. Bike lovers can easily access the airport by bicycle.   

Airport Information

San Francisco International Airport is located 21 km from the city center. The airport covers an expansive area and operates domestic and international flights out of 4 terminals, Terminal 1, Terminal 2, Terminal 3, and the International Terminal. The AirTrain automated system provides free transportation between each terminal, as well as the Rental Car Center and BART station. The AirTrain Red Line links all terminals, terminal garages and the BART Station. The AirTrain Blue Line links the Rental Car Center with all terminals, terminal garages, and the BART Station. SFO also contains a variety of services and amenities to meet passengers’ pre-flight and post-flight needs.

The airport features health services in the terminals, rental car offices, banks, a lost and found, wireless internet, charging stations, clothing stores where you can go shopping, restaurants and cafes, the Aviation Museum & Library, rotating exhibitions, spa services, children’s play areas, free yoga rooms, a market, and much more. 

Last Updated: 10 Jun 2019

Transportation to Jakarta City Center from Airport

Halim Perdanakusuma Intl. Airport

Jakarta is the largest city and capital of Indonesia as well as the most populated city in Southeast Asia. Jakarta is Indonesia’s economic, cultural, and political center. The Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is the main airport serving the city and its surroundings. The airport is located 20 km from downtown Jakarta. There aren’t many transportation alternatives to get to and from the airport and the city center. Certain hotels provide free shuttle transportation to and from the airport.

Taxi

Taxis are the most common way of getting around in Jakarta since public transportation is little to none. Taxi fares will vary depending on your destination in the city.  After you pass customs in the arrivals hall of the airport there are taxi counters from where you can arrange a taxi. There are also taxi stands located outside of the airport. There are a variety of taxi companies that you can choose from, including Blue Bird, Silver Bird, Golden bird, and Gamya.

Bus

If you want a more affordable transportation alternative to get to the city center then the buses known as Damri are your best option. These buses provide shuttle services between the airport and the city center.

Airport Information

Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is the busiest airport in Indonesia, located 20 km from the city center. The airport is also the busiest airport in Southeast Asia. The airport contains 3 main terminal buildings offering a variety of passenger services. The airport features ATMs, a lost and found, smoking room, currency exchange offices, free Wi-Fi, a wide range of restaurants and cafes to meet your pre-flight and post-flight dining needs as well as an array stores where you can go shopping. The airport also has an airport hotel, the Jakarta Airport Hotel. Passengers can take advantage of the hotel’s spa and bar.

Last Updated: 18 Apr 2019

Soekarno Hatta Intl. Airport

Soekarno Hatta International Airport which manages the air traffic of Jakarta, the heart and capital of Indonesia, is 23 kilometers west of the city center. The shuttle buses and taxis carry passengers to the city center from the airport, which is close to the city. Those who want to use a private car and have a comfortable travel to the city center can rent a car at the airport.

Taxi

There are taxi stands at all terminal exits of Soekarno Hatta International Airport which has three passenger terminals. Since the fare is calculated per kilometer you have the chance to bargain with the driver. At the airport where many taxi companies operate, Blue Bird, Diamond, Silver Bird and Taxiku companies become prominent in terms of quality with their luxurious vehicles and professional drivers.

Shuttle Bus

You can get to Jakarta city center from the airport in about 1 hour by using the shuttle buses belonging to Agra Mas company waiting at the exits of Terminal 1, Terminal 2F and Terminal 3. Don’t forget to change money at the airport since you have to pay the fare as Indonesian Rupiah. Shuttle buses offer service to different regions such as Bogor, Depok, Bandung and Cileungsi as well as Jakarta.

Car Rental

Golden Bird and Laks Prima Transport companies offer service for 24 hours in three terminal buildings. In addition to car rental services, passengers who don’t want to driver in the city can rent a car with a driver by contacting one of these companies.

Last Updated: 26 Apr 2017

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Which airports can I use for San Francisco-Jakarta flights?

For San Francisco-Jakarta flights, you can use Embarkader Airport, San Francisco Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Halim Perdanakusuma Intl. Airport, Soekarno Hatta Intl. Airport for arrival.

How many kilometers is the flight distance from San Francisco-Jakarta and how long does the flight take?

The flight distance between San Francisco-Jakarta is 13944 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 17 hour 20 minutes.

Which day is the most convenient for San Francisco-Jakarta flights?

When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for San Francisco-Jakarta flights is Saturday.

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