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Kansas City Intl. - Mid Continent Intl. Airport

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 Kansas City City Center from Airport

Johnson County Executive Airport

From Kansas City International Airport you can easily get to the city center by taxi. Those who prefer public transport can take metro bus. There are also special shuttle service companies at different points in the airport. If you need a more comfortable means, you can rent a car or limousine in the city.

Taxi

At all the main points of the airport, there are toll-free telephones so that you can call a taxi. The taxi opening fee is 2.50 dollar. An additional fee of 2.10 dollar is added for every mile. You can reach the city center in 20 minutes by taxi.

Car Rental

8 different car rental companies serve at the airport. Renting a car suitable for your budget will not only provide you access to the city center, but also will enable you to travel freely. You must take the I-29 N motorway from the airport to the city center. You can also rent your car with a driver. If you want more than a standard car, you can agree with one of the near thirty limousine rental companies at the airport.

Metro Bus

You can easily reach the city center by metro bus. The one way ticket is 1.50 dollar. If you are not going to use public transport during your trip, you must carry coins with you. You can only make your payment in cash or monthly cards, and be aware that you will not be paid in change. If you do not have any coins, the driver gives you card that costs 75 cents and can be loaded money as a credit card.

Shuttle Service

There are 20 different shuttle service companies, some of which only work with reservations and carry passengers in different areas, serving at the airport.

Last Updated: 19 Jan 2017

Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport

You can easily reach the city centre from Kansas City International Airport by taxi. Those who prefer public transportation can take the metrobus. There are also private shuttle services that depart from the airport to different areas of the city. If a more comfortable mode of transportation is preferred, you can rent a vehicle or a limousine in the city.

Taxi

You can use the courtesy phones installed in the main points of the airport to call for a taxi. The taxi starting rate is 2.5 dollars, and 2.1 dollars is added to each additional mile travelled. The taxi ride to the city centre will on average last 20 minutes.

Car Rental

There are 8 car rental companies located in the airport. Renting a vehicle suitable to your budget will not only make it easier to reach the city centre, but will add greater freedom for the entirety of your trip. You can also rent a vehicle with a chauffeur if you wish. If you are in the look-out for something extraordinary, you can take advantage of the almost 30 limousine companies in the airport.  

Metrobus

You can easily reach the city centre from the airport via metrobus. A one-way ticket costs 1.5 dollars. If planning to use public transportation during your trip, ensure to carry change with you. The metrobus only accepts ‘punch cards’, or cash, and because change is not provided, it is advisable to pay the exact amount. The driver can provide you with a card that needs ‘topping-up’ for a fee of 75 cents.

Shuttle Service

There are 20 different shuttle service companies operating from the airport to different areas of the city. Some of them demand booking in advance.

Last Updated: 09 Apr 2017

Kansas City Intl. - Mid Continent Intl. Airport

You can easily reach the city centre from Kansas City International Airport by taxi. Those who prefer public transportation can take the metrobus. There are also private shuttle services that depart from the airport to different areas of the city. If a more comfortable mode of transportation is preferred, you can rent a vehicle or a limousine in the city.

Taxi

You can use the courtesy phones installed in the main points of the airport to call for a taxi. The taxi starting rate is 2.5 dollars, and 2.1 dollars is added to each additional mile travelled. The taxi ride to the city centre will on average last 20 minutes.

Car Rental

There are 8 car rental companies located in the airport. Renting a vehicle suitable to your budget will not only make it easier to reach the city centre, but will add greater freedom for the entirety of your trip. You can also rent a vehicle with a chauffeur if you wish. If you are in the look-out for something extraordinary, you can take advantage of the almost 30 limousine companies in the airport.  

Metrobus

You can easily reach the city centre from the airport via metrobus. A one-way ticket costs 1.5 dollars. If planning to use public transportation during your trip, ensure to carry change with you. The metrobus only accepts ‘punch cards’, or cash, and because change is not provided, it is advisable to pay the exact amount. The driver can provide you with a card that needs ‘topping-up’ for a fee of 75 cents.

Shuttle Service

There are 20 different shuttle service companies operating from the airport to different areas of the city. Some of them demand booking in advance.

Last Updated: 10 Jun 2019

Frequently Asked Questions

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Which airports can I use for San Francisco-Kansas City flights?

For San Francisco-Kansas City flights, you can use Embarkader Airport, San Francisco Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Johnson County Executive Airport, New Century - Naval Olathe Flatley - Johnson County Industrial Airport, Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport, Kansas City Intl. - Mid Continent Intl. Airport for arrival.

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

The flight distance between San Francisco-Kansas City is 2419 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 3 hour .

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

When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for San Francisco-Kansas City flights is Wednesday.

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