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Flight Information

Distance11015 km
Flight Duration21 hrs
Lufthansa
Popular AirlineLufthansa
Popular AirportSFO San Francisco Intl.

Ankara Airports

San Francisco Airports

Ankara City Center to Airport Transport

There are several transport alternatives from Ankara city center to Esenboga Airport, including public buses, airport shuttles, taxis, car rental, and private transfers.

Bus

Municipal EGO buses are a budget-friendly way to travel from central Ankara to Esenboga Airport. The average journey takes about 90-110 minutes, depending on traffic.

  • EGO line 442: ASTI - Kizilay - Esenboga Airport
  • Example stops: ASTI Bus Terminal, Guvenpark/Kizilay, Ankara Train Station, Pursaklar, Esenboga Airport

Airport Shuttle (Havas / Havabus)

Airport shuttle buses provide direct transport from key central points to Esenboga Airport. The average journey takes about 60-90 minutes, depending on traffic and boarding point.

  • ASTI Bus Terminal
  • Kizilay
  • Ankara Train Station / YHT area
  • Pursaklar

Taxi

Taxis are available 24/7 throughout Ankara city center and offer a direct ride to Esenboga Airport. The average journey takes about 35-60 minutes, depending on traffic.

Car Rental

Car rental is available from city-center offices in Ankara, with many companies offering airport drop-off at Esenboga Airport. This option is convenient for travelers who want flexibility before their flight.

Transfer

Private airport transfer is a comfortable door-to-door option from hotels, homes, or business addresses in Ankara city center. Advance booking is recommended, especially for early-morning or late-night flights.

Airport to San Francisco City Center Transport

Travelers can get from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to San Francisco city center by public bus, BART rapid rail, taxi, rental car, shared shuttle, or private transfer. The fastest public transport option is usually BART, while taxis and pre-booked transfers offer door-to-door convenience.

Bus

Municipal bus services operated by SamTrans connect SFO with San Francisco and nearby Bay Area destinations. Buses are budget-friendly, but travel times vary depending on traffic and stops. The average journey to central San Francisco is about 50 to 75 minutes.

  • SamTrans Route 292: serves SFO terminals and continues toward San Francisco.
  • SamTrans Route 397: late-night service useful for red-eye arrivals.
  • SamTrans Route EPX and Route 142: stop at the SFO Rental Car Center, accessible by the free AirTrain Blue Line.

Airport Shuttle

SFO is not served by Havas or Havabus shuttles. Instead, travelers can use pre-arranged shared vans, hotel shuttles, and scheduled airporter buses. Shared vans should usually be booked in advance and may make multiple stops, so the average journey to downtown San Francisco is about 45 to 90 minutes.

  • Pre-arranged van pickup: Domestic Terminal Courtyards 1 and 4.
  • Pre-arranged van pickup: International Terminal Courtyards A and G.
  • Hotel shuttle stops: designated shuttle zones at the airport, depending on the hotel.

Metro / Tram

BART rapid rail is the main rail connection from San Francisco International Airport to the city center. The SFO BART Station is located in the International Terminal and is also reachable from other terminals by the free AirTrain. The average ride to downtown San Francisco is about 30 minutes.

  • Yellow Line: SFO to San Francisco and Antioch.
  • Red Line: SFO to San Francisco and Richmond, when operating.
  • Downtown stops include Civic Center, Powell Street, Montgomery Street, and Embarcadero.

Taxi

Taxis are available 24/7 from the taxi zones outside the arrivals level at SFO. A taxi is a convenient door-to-door option for travelers with luggage or late-night arrivals. The average journey to San Francisco city center takes about 25 to 45 minutes, depending on traffic.

  • Pickup areas are located on the center islands outside arrivals.
  • Travel time is shortest outside peak commute hours.
  • Fares vary by destination, traffic, tolls, and airport fees.

Car Rental

Major car rental companies operate from the SFO Rental Car Center, which is connected to the terminals by the free AirTrain Blue Line. This option is best for travelers planning to explore areas beyond San Francisco, as parking in the city center can be expensive and limited.

  • Follow airport signs for AirTrain Blue Line to the Rental Car Center.
  • Vehicles are collected from airport rental offices after completing paperwork.
  • Terminal-exit pickup and return procedures vary by rental company.

Transfer

A private airport transfer from SFO to San Francisco city center is the most comfortable option for families, business travelers, groups, or passengers arriving late at night. Booking in advance is recommended to secure a fixed meeting point, vehicle type, and arrival-time pickup. The average journey takes about 25 to 45 minutes.

  • Meet-and-greet service can usually be arranged inside the terminal.
  • Private sedans, SUVs, and vans are commonly available.
  • Advance booking helps avoid queues and simplifies travel with luggage.

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Ankara Average Temperature

Monday
25°C
Tuesday
25°C
Wednesday
20°C
Thursday
20°C
Friday
28°C
Saturday
24°C
Sunday
25°C

San Francisco Average Temperature

Monday
24°C
Tuesday
29°C
Wednesday
18°C
Thursday
22°C
Friday
26°C
Saturday
24°C
Sunday
28°C

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