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Hickam Afb Airport

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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 Honolulu City Center from Airport

Hickam Afb Airport

From the Honolulu International Airport you can get to the city center in 15 minutes by car or taxi. The airport shuttle service offered by some hotels to their customers is also a very practical alternative. Although the new metro line is underway, you have to use the as a means of public transportation until the metro is completed. It is possible to reach various points of the city center in a short time with different bus lines.

Taxi

You can reach the city center in just 15 minutes by a taxi that you can take at the exit of the airport arrival terminal.

Car Rental

You can rent a car suitable for your budget by dealing with one of the car rental companies located at the airport. You must follow I-H-1 E or HI-92 E motorway to get to the city center with the car you rent. The journey takes 15 minutes on average under normal traffic conditions.

Bus

If you prefer public transport, you can reach different points of the city center by using lines 19, 20 and 31 departing from the bus stops just outside the arrival terminal. A one-way ticket costs $ 2.50.

Hotel Service

Many hotels in Honolulu offer airport shuttle service to their guests. By booking in advance with your hotel, you can have a very convenient and fast transportation. You should remember that while some hotels charge extra for this service and others offer it free of charge.

Last Updated: 07 Feb 2017

Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport

The city centre can be reached from the Honolulu International Airport by taxi or with a rented vehicle in around 15 minutes. Some hotels offer their guests a shuttle service, which is a practical alternative.  Although construction works on the Honolulu Rail Transit Project is ongoing, travellers that prefer to use public transportation to and from the airport must use the bus until the railway line is complete. It is possible to reach various points of the city centre in a short time by using different bus routes.

Taxi

Taxis are readily available outside the arrivals terminal, and can transport you to the city centre in around 15 minutes. You can rent a vehicle suitable to your budget by agreeing with one of the car rental companies inside the airport. To drive to the city centre from the Honolulu International Airport, you should take the I-H-1 E and HI-92 E. The journey from the airport to the city centre takes roughly 15 minutes in normal traffic conditions.

Bus

Travellers that prefer to use public transport can use bus routes 19, 20, and 31 to reach different areas of the city. A one-way ticket costs 2.5 dollars.

Hotel Shuttle Service

Many accommodation options in Honolulu provide shuttle services to their guests. You can book a hotel shuttle service for a faster and more comfortable journey. Please be aware that while some hotels provide shuttle services for free, others charge additional fees.

Last Updated: 28 Nov 2016

Frequently Asked Questions

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

For San Francisco-Honolulu flights, you can use Embarkader Airport, San Francisco Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Hickam Afb Airport, Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport for arrival.

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

The flight distance between San Francisco-Honolulu is 3852 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 4 hour 40 minutes.

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

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

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