Overview: Airport Lounges at San Francisco International Airport
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States is home to 21 airport lounges spread across 19 terminals. Of these, 4 accept Priority Pass .
Whether you're traveling on a premium ticket, hold a credit card with lounge access, or want to purchase a day pass, this guide covers every option available to you at SFO.
Quick Comparison: All Lounges at SFO
| Lounge | Terminal | Priority Pass | Day Pass | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge | Terminal 2, sector 4, fourth floor | — | — | — |
| Air France-KLM Lounge | International Terminal A, Level 3 after security | — | — | — |
| Air India Maharaja Lounge | International Terminal A, Level 4 near gate A1 | — | — | — |
| Alaska Lounge | Terminal 1, across from gate B6 | — | — | |
| American Airlines Admirals Club | Terminal 1, Concourse B near gate B13 | — | — | — |
| American Express Centurion Lounge (Temporary) | Terminal 2, Concourse D near gate D12 (temporary while T3/A location is renovated through 2027) | — | — | — |
| British Airways Club Lounge | International Terminal A, near gate A5 | — | — | — |
| Cathay Pacific First and Business Lounge | International Terminal A, Level 4 near gate A1 | — | — | — |
| China Airlines Dynasty Lounge | International Terminal A, Level 4 after security | — | — | |
| Delta Sky Club | Terminal 1, Level 2, Concourse C near gate C3 | — | — | — |
| Emirates Lounge | International Terminal A, between gates A2 and A6 | — | — | — |
| EVA Air Lounge / The Infinity Lounge (shared use) | International Terminal A | — | — | — |
| Freshen Up SFO | International Terminal G, near entrance to gates G1-G14 | — | — | — |
| Golden Gate Lounge | International Terminal A, Level 4 after security | — | — | |
| The Club SFO | Terminal 1, near gate B4 | — | — | |
| United Club (International Terminal G) | International Terminal G, between gates G6 and G9 | — | — | — |
| United Club (Terminal 3 Concourse F) | Terminal 3, Concourse F near gate F11 | — | — | — |
| United Club (Terminal 3 East) | Terminal 3, near gate E4 | — | — | — |
| United Polaris Lounge | International Terminal G, adjacent to gate G1, Level 2 | — | — | — |
| USO Lounge | Terminal 1 (presecurity, above American Airlines ticket counter) | — | — | — |
| Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse | International Terminal A, Level 5 after security | — | — | — |
Lounges by Terminal
San Francisco International Airport has lounges across 19 terminals. Here's what's available in each.
International Terminal A (1 lounge)
International Terminal A, Level 3 after security (1 lounge)
International Terminal A, Level 4 after security (2 lounges)
International Terminal A, Level 4 near gate A1 (2 lounges)
International Terminal A, Level 5 after security (1 lounge)
International Terminal A, between gates A2 and A6 (1 lounge)
International Terminal A, near gate A5 (1 lounge)
International Terminal G, adjacent to gate G1, Level 2 (1 lounge)
International Terminal G, between gates G6 and G9 (1 lounge)
International Terminal G, near entrance to gates G1-G14 (1 lounge)
Terminal 1 (presecurity, above American Airlines ticket counter) (1 lounge)
Terminal 1, Concourse B near gate B13 (1 lounge)
Terminal 1, Level 2, Concourse C near gate C3 (1 lounge)
Terminal 1, across from gate B6 (1 lounge)
Terminal 1, near gate B4 (1 lounge)
Terminal 2, Concourse D near gate D12 (temporary while T3/A location is renovated through 2027) (1 lounge)
Terminal 2, sector 4, fourth floor (1 lounge)
Terminal 3, Concourse F near gate F11 (1 lounge)
Terminal 3, near gate E4 (1 lounge)
Priority Pass Lounges at SFO
4 lounges at San Francisco International Airport accept Priority Pass. Priority Pass membership comes free with cards like the Chase Sapphire Reserve and Amex Platinum.
Every Lounge at San Francisco International Airport
Here's a detailed look at each of the 21 lounges at SFO.
Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge (Terminal 2, sector 4, fourth floor)
Welcome to Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge (Terminal 2, sector 4, fourth floor), located in Terminal 2, sector 4, fourth floor at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States. This lounge is one of 21 lounges available at San Francisco International Airport and offers va...
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Air France-KLM Lounge (International Terminal A, Level 3 after security)
Welcome to Air France-KLM Lounge (International Terminal A, Level 3 after security), located in International Terminal A, Level 3 after security at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States. This lounge is one of 21 lounges available at San Francisco International ...
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Air India Maharaja Lounge (International Terminal A, Level 4 near gate A1)
Welcome to Air India Maharaja Lounge (International Terminal A, Level 4 near gate A1), located in International Terminal A, Level 4 near gate A1 at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States. This lounge is one of 21 lounges available at San Francisco International ...
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Alaska Lounge (Terminal 1, across from gate B6)
Welcome to Alaska Lounge (Terminal 1, across from gate B6), located in Terminal 1, across from gate B6 at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States. This lounge is one of 21 lounges available at San Francisco International Airport and offers various premium ameniti...
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American Airlines Admirals Club (Terminal 1, Concourse B near gate B13)
Welcome to American Airlines Admirals Club (Terminal 1, Concourse B near gate B13), located in Terminal 1, Concourse B near gate B13 at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States. This lounge is one of 21 lounges available at San Francisco International Airport and ...
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American Express Centurion Lounge (Temporary) (Terminal 2, Concourse D near gate D12 (temporary while T3/A location is renovated through 2027))
Welcome to American Express Centurion Lounge (Temporary) (Terminal 2, Concourse D near gate D12 (temporary while T3/A location is renovated through 2027)), located in Terminal 2, Concourse D near gate D12 (temporary while T3/A location is renovated through 2027) at San Francisco International Air...
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British Airways Club Lounge (International Terminal A, near gate A5)
Welcome to British Airways Club Lounge (International Terminal A, near gate A5), located in International Terminal A, near gate A5 at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States. This lounge is one of 21 lounges available at San Francisco International Airport and of...
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Cathay Pacific First and Business Lounge (International Terminal A, Level 4 near gate A1)
Welcome to Cathay Pacific First and Business Lounge (International Terminal A, Level 4 near gate A1), located in International Terminal A, Level 4 near gate A1 at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States. This lounge is one of 21 lounges available at San Francisco...
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China Airlines Dynasty Lounge (International Terminal A, Level 4 after security)
Welcome to China Airlines Dynasty Lounge (International Terminal A, Level 4 after security), located in International Terminal A, Level 4 after security at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States. This lounge is one of 21 lounges available at San Francisco Intern...
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Delta Sky Club (Terminal 1, Level 2, Concourse C near gate C3)
Welcome to Delta Sky Club (Terminal 1, Level 2, Concourse C near gate C3), located in Terminal 1, Level 2, Concourse C near gate C3 at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States. This lounge is one of 21 lounges available at San Francisco International Airport and o...
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Emirates Lounge (International Terminal A, between gates A2 and A6)
Welcome to Emirates Lounge (International Terminal A, between gates A2 and A6), located in International Terminal A, between gates A2 and A6 at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States. This lounge is one of 21 lounges available at San Francisco International Airp...
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Freshen Up SFO (International Terminal G, near entrance to gates G1-G14)
Welcome to Freshen Up SFO (International Terminal G, near entrance to gates G1-G14), located in International Terminal G, near entrance to gates G1-G14 at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States. This lounge is one of 21 lounges available at San Francisco Interna...
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Golden Gate Lounge (International Terminal A, Level 4 after security)
Welcome to Golden Gate Lounge (International Terminal A, Level 4 after security), located in International Terminal A, Level 4 after security at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States. This lounge is one of 21 lounges available at San Francisco International Air...
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The Club SFO (Terminal 1, near gate B4)
Welcome to The Club SFO (Terminal 1, near gate B4), located in Terminal 1, near gate B4 at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States. This lounge is one of 21 lounges available at San Francisco International Airport and offers various premium amenities for traveler...
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United Club (International Terminal G) (International Terminal G, between gates G6 and G9)
Welcome to United Club (International Terminal G) (International Terminal G, between gates G6 and G9), located in International Terminal G, between gates G6 and G9 at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States. This lounge is one of 21 lounges available at San Franc...
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United Club (Terminal 3 Concourse F) (Terminal 3, Concourse F near gate F11)
Welcome to United Club (Terminal 3 Concourse F) (Terminal 3, Concourse F near gate F11), located in Terminal 3, Concourse F near gate F11 at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States. This lounge is one of 21 lounges available at San Francisco International Airport...
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United Club (Terminal 3 East) (Terminal 3, near gate E4)
Welcome to United Club (Terminal 3 East) (Terminal 3, near gate E4), located in Terminal 3, near gate E4 at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States. This lounge is one of 21 lounges available at San Francisco International Airport and offers various premium ameni...
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United Polaris Lounge (International Terminal G, adjacent to gate G1, Level 2)
Welcome to United Polaris Lounge (International Terminal G, adjacent to gate G1, Level 2), located in International Terminal G, adjacent to gate G1, Level 2 at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States. This lounge is one of 21 lounges available at San Francisco In...
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USO Lounge (Terminal 1 (presecurity, above American Airlines ticket counter))
Welcome to USO Lounge (Terminal 1 (presecurity, above American Airlines ticket counter)), located in Terminal 1 (presecurity, above American Airlines ticket counter) at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States. This lounge is one of 21 lounges available at San Fra...
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Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse (International Terminal A, Level 5 after security)
Welcome to Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse (International Terminal A, Level 5 after security), located in International Terminal A, Level 5 after security at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States. This lounge is one of 21 lounges available at San Francisco Internatio...
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How to Access Lounges at SFO
There are several ways to get into airport lounges at San Francisco International Airport:
- Credit cards — Cards like the Amex Platinum and Chase Sapphire Reserve include complimentary lounge access
- Priority Pass — 4 lounges accept Priority Pass at SFO
- Day passes — 0 lounges offer walk-in day passes
- Airline status — Elite frequent flyers often get complimentary lounge access
- Premium tickets — Business and first class passengers typically have lounge access
Use our Lounge Access Finder to see exactly which lounges you can access based on your credit cards, memberships, and status. Or read our full guide on how to access airport lounges.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many airport lounges are at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)?
There are 21 airport lounges at San Francisco International Airport (SFO), spread across 19 terminals.
Which lounges at SFO accept Priority Pass?
4 lounges at SFO accept Priority Pass, including Alaska Lounge, China Airlines Dynasty Lounge, Golden Gate Lounge.
What is the best lounge at San Francisco International Airport?
We recommend exploring all 21 lounges at SFO to find the best fit for your travel needs and access methods.
How do I access airport lounges at SFO?
You can access lounges at SFO through credit cards (like Amex Platinum or Chase Sapphire Reserve), memberships (Priority Pass, LoungeKey), airline status, business/first class tickets, or by purchasing a day pass.
Find Your Perfect Lounge at SFO
Use our Lounge Access Finder to see which of these 21 lounges you can access with your cards and memberships.