Getting from SFO into San Francisco
Kiwitaxi
Pre-booked private transfers from SFO with a fixed price and the driver waiting in arrivals.
Price a SFO transferWelcome Pickups
English-speaking drivers, flight tracking and meet-and-greet in many cities, including San Francisco where available.
Check Welcome PickupsGetTransfer
Request a ride from SFO and compare offers from local drivers and companies.
Compare GetTransfer offersLuggage storage in San Francisco
Drop bags at a nearby shop or hotel for a few hours before check-in or after check-out.
Find storage in San FranciscoRent a car at SFO
Compare rental desks and local agencies at San Francisco International Airport.
Compare car rental Local agenciesThings to do in San Francisco
Skip-the-line tickets for museums and attractions.
Tickets in San FranciscoArrival checklist for SFO
- Save your transfer booking and driver contact offline in case Wi-Fi is slow.
- Only use official taxi ranks or your pre-booked driver; ignore unsolicited ride offers in the arrivals hall.
- Know roughly what USD is worth before you pay anyone (the live converter is linked below).
- Delayed 3+ hours on a European flight? You may be owed compensation.
Plan the rest of your arrival
FAQ
How do I get from San Francisco International Airport to San Francisco city centre?
Common options from SFO are a pre-booked private transfer, a taxi from the official rank, ride-hailing where it's legal, rental cars, and public transport where available. A pre-booked transfer gives you a fixed price and a driver waiting in arrivals, which helps late at night or with heavy bags.
Should I pre-book a transfer from SFO?
Pre-booking makes sense if you land late, travel with children or lots of luggage, or want a fixed price in US dollars agreed in advance. Compare Kiwitaxi, Welcome Pickups and GetTransfer above.
Where can I store luggage in San Francisco?
Radical Storage lists partner shops and hotels across San Francisco where you can leave bags by the hour or day; see live locations and opening hours via the link above.
What should I sort out before landing at SFO?
Get mobile data ready (an eSIM for United States works the moment you land), check the USD exchange rate so you know what a fair taxi fare looks like, and save your transfer confirmation offline.
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