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The Airport Express is the most widely used transportation system between the city center and the airport. The Airport Express operates 24 hours a day. The train ride from Hong Kong Station to the airport takes 24 minutes. The first trains depart from the city center at 5:50 am and the last trains depart from the city center at 12:48 am.

Bus

Another transportation alternative to get to the airport from the city center is by bus. Using this particular option you can enjoy unique views of Hong Kong on the way to the airport.  

Car

You can comfortably get to the airport using your personal car or a rental car. However, we recommend taking local traffic into account. Using the Tsing Ma Bridge from the city center you can easily get to the airport. The airport features a parking lot that has a capacity of 3,000 vehicles. The parking lot offers hourly, daily, monthly, or yearly rates.   

Airport Information

Hong Kong International Airport is one of the leading airports in the world with the most air traffic. The airport offers a variety of services you can take advantage of while you wait. The duty-free area located in Terminal 1 offers a variety of products from alcohol, to cigarettes, perfume, and chocolates.

There are many stores in the airport where you can buy things like affordable eyewear, watches, and jewelry. If you want something to eat at the airport you can enjoy dining at one of the many restaurants that serve Chinese cuisine or dine at venues like Popeyes and Panapolis. In addition, there are children’s play areas located in Terminal 2 and an IMAX Theater.

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is located in San Francisco California, 21 km from the city center. The airport is a major transit center for passengers, particularly those traveling from Asia. San Francisco International is the second busiest airport in California and one of the first major airports to have an automated baggage system in place.  

San Francisco International Airport is an important hub for United Airlines and Virgin America. There are a variety of transportation alternatives available to get to the city center from the airport. You can get to various parts of the city from San Francisco International Airport by taxi, bus, train, rental car, and personal car.

Train

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

The other rail system that you can use to get to the city center from 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 SFO and San Francisco and San Jose.

Taxi

One of the most convenient and fastest transportation alternatives to get to the city center from SFO is by taxi. Taxi fares are calculated based on the kilometers traveled. A taxi from the airport to downtown San Francisco can cost between 42 and 62 dollars and takes about 20 minutes. Taxis are readily available at each terminal at the airport and depart from the taxi zones located on the arrivals/baggage claim level. For more information on taxi companies and their contact information please visit San Francisco International Airport’s website.

Bus

SamTrans buses provide transportation between San Francisco International Airport and the city center. These public buses are operated by San Mateo County and run between San Francisco International Airport and San Mateo and various parts of San Francisco. SamTrans lines KX, 292, 397, and 398 stop at 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 city center. There are many rental car companies that have offices at the airport. Renting a car is also a great way to get around the city during your trip. The AirTrain Blue Line provides access to the Rental Car Center from 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. If you are traveling between multiple places make sure to specify your vehicle pick up and drop off location.

Bike

San Francisco International Airport contains bike assembly stations and parking areas for those who are traveling with their bike or who want to leave their bike at the airport. The BART and SamTrans rapid rail systems provide passengers with bike/transit options and the airport features marked bicycle routes.