Airport Lounges at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
- United Airlines' major Pacific hub with extensive service to Asia
- Features a dedicated International Terminal with premium lounges
- Home to the United Polaris Lounge, one of the best airline lounges in the US
Terminal Access Note
SFO terminals are connected via AirTrain on the landside. However, some terminals also have airside connectors. Terminals 1 and the International Terminal have an airside connection, and Terminals 2 and 3 are connected airside as well. Check your specific terminal pair before planning a lounge visit in a different terminal.
Terminal Map
| Terminal | Lounges |
|---|---|
| Terminal 3 | |
| Terminal 1 | |
| Terminal 3, Concourse E | |
| International Terminal |
Terminal 3
Terminal 1
Terminal 3, Concourse E
International Terminal
All Lounges at San Francisco International Airport
Centurion Lounge
Terminal 3
Daily: 5:30AM - 11PM
Delta Sky Club
Terminal 1
Daily: 5AM - 11:30PM
United Club
Terminal 3, Concourse E
Daily: 5:30AM - 11PM
United Polaris Lounge
International Terminal
Daily: 6AM - 11:30PM
Admirals Club
Terminal 1
Daily: 5:30AM - 10PM
Which Credit Card Gets You In?
| Lounge | Credit Cards |
|---|---|
| Centurion Lounge | American Express Platinum CardAmerican Express Centurion CardDelta SkyMiles Reserve Card |
| Delta Sky Club | Delta SkyMiles Diamond MedallionDelta SkyMiles Platinum MedallionDelta Sky Club MembershipDelta Reserve Amex CardAmerican Express Platinum Card |
| United Club | United Club MembershipUnited MileagePlus Premier 1KUnited Club Infinite Card |
| United Polaris Lounge | United Polaris Business ClassUnited Global FirstStar Alliance Business/First on United flights |
| Admirals Club | American Airlines AAdvantage Executive PlatinumAdmirals Club MembershipCiti AAdvantage Executive Card |
Centurion Lounge
Delta Sky Club
United Club
United Polaris Lounge
Admirals Club
Frequently Asked Questions
Are SFO terminals connected airside?
Partially. Terminals 1 and the International Terminal have an airside connector. Terminals 2 and 3 are also connected airside. Other terminal combinations require using AirTrain landside and re-clearing security.
What is the best lounge at SFO?
The United Polaris Lounge in the International Terminal is widely regarded as the best lounge at SFO, with a full restaurant, daybeds, and premium amenities. However, it is only for United international business class passengers.
Which lounges accept Priority Pass at SFO?
Several lounges accept Priority Pass at SFO, including various restaurant-as-lounge options. Check the Priority Pass app for current participating locations as they change periodically.