Premium airport transfer service to and from San Francisco International Airport. Professional Meet & Greet at all terminals with real-time flight tracking.
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is the Bay Area's primary gateway to the world, serving over 57 million passengers annually across four terminals. As the major international hub for Northern California and the primary airport for Silicon Valley's tech industry, SFO handles flights from virtually every major airline and destination worldwide. Whether you're arriving from Tokyo on ANA, London on British Airways, or New York on United, you deserve a seamless ground transportation experience that matches the quality of your flight.
Our SFO airport car service has been refined through years of experience to deliver a stress-free arrival experience tailored to Bay Area travelers. We understand that after a long international flight or a red-eye from the East Coast, the last thing you want is to navigate crowded BART trains or wait in taxi lines. That's why our professional chauffeurs wait for you inside the terminal, ready to assist with your luggage and escort you directly to a meticulously maintained luxury vehicle.
What sets Detailed Drivers apart is our deep knowledge of Bay Area geography and traffic patterns. We don't simply dispatch a driver to SFO and hope for the best. Our sophisticated flight tracking system monitors your aircraft from departure through landing, automatically adjusting pickup times for delays or early arrivals. We know the optimal routes to Downtown San Francisco via I-280 versus US-101, the fastest paths to Silicon Valley tech campuses, and the scenic drives to Napa Valley wine country.
Our fleet includes luxury sedans like the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and BMW 7 Series for solo executives, spacious SUVs like the Cadillac Escalade and Lincoln Navigator for families and groups, and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans for larger parties up to 14 passengers. Every vehicle is equipped with complimentary bottled water, phone chargers, and WiFi on request.
For corporate travelers and executive assistants at Bay Area companies, we offer streamlined booking, centralized billing, and detailed trip reporting. Our corporate accounts integrate with major expense management systems, making reconciliation simple. Many of Silicon Valley's leading tech companies, venture capital firms, and law practices trust us exclusively for their SFO transportation needs.
Beyond Downtown San Francisco, we provide SFO car service to Silicon Valley (Palo Alto, Mountain View, Cupertino, San Jose), the East Bay (Oakland, Berkeley, Walnut Creek), Wine Country (Napa, Sonoma), and the Peninsula. Whether you're heading to a board meeting on Sand Hill Road, a winery tasting in Yountville, or a home in Atherton, our chauffeurs know the optimal routes and can navigate any destination with precision.
SFO Airport operates four terminals, each serving specific airlines
Airlines
Southwest Airlines, JetBlue, Hawaiian Airlines, Frontier
Pickup Location
Ground Transportation area, lower level arrivals
Airlines
American Airlines, Alaska Airlines
Pickup Location
Arrivals level, Ground Transportation center island
Airlines
United Airlines (domestic flights)
Pickup Location
Arrivals level, designated pickup zones
Airlines
All international carriers including Lufthansa, Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, JAL, ANA, Air France, British Airways
Pickup Location
Arrivals level, Ground Transportation area near customs exit
• The AirTrain connects all terminals for inter-terminal transit
• International arrivals require customs clearance before pickup
• The International Terminal is SFO's largest and serves all overseas flights
• Terminal 3 is United's hub for domestic operations
• Ground Transportation areas are located on the Arrivals level of each terminal
• BART and Caltrain connections available via AirTrain
All-inclusive rates with no hidden fees. Tolls and meet & greet included.
| Vehicle Type | Capacity | To Downtown SF | To Silicon Valley | To Napa Valley |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Executive Sedan Mercedes-Benz S-Class, BMW 7 Series, or similar | Up to 3 passengers 3 bags | $75-110 | $95-145 | $275-375 |
Premium SUV Cadillac Escalade, Lincoln Navigator, or similar | Up to 6 passengers 6 bags | $105-155 | $125-185 | $335-450 |
Sprinter Van Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, executive configuration | Up to 14 passengers 14 bags | $175-245 | $195-285 | $445-595 |
Bridge Tolls Included
Bay Bridge, Golden Gate tolls included in pricing
Meet & Greet Included
Chauffeur meets you inside terminal with name sign
Free Wait Time
60 min domestic, 90 min international arrivals
Estimated travel times based on typical traffic conditions
| Destination | Distance | Off-Peak | Rush Hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown San Francisco | 13 miles | 25-35 min | 45-65 min |
| Financial District | 14 miles | 25-35 min | 45-70 min |
| Palo Alto / Stanford | 20 miles | 25-35 min | 45-65 min |
| Mountain View / Google | 22 miles | 30-40 min | 50-75 min |
| Cupertino / Apple | 25 miles | 35-45 min | 55-80 min |
| Napa Valley | 60 miles | 75-90 min | 100-140 min |
* Rush hour typically occurs 7-9 AM and 4-7 PM on weekdays. Weekend and holiday traffic patterns vary.
Trusted by thousands of travelers at SFO Airport
“I fly into SFO weekly from our East Coast headquarters. Detailed Drivers has become essential to my travel routine - my car is always waiting when I clear the terminal, and my driver knows the fastest route to Sand Hill Road at any hour.”
David C.
VP of Engineering, Palo Alto
“Coordinating executive travel for a team of 15 VPs is complex. Detailed Drivers handles our entire SFO transfer operation flawlessly. Flight tracking means no anxious calls, and their corporate billing saves hours of expense reconciliation.”
Sarah M.
Executive Assistant, Salesforce
“When I have international LPs flying in for meetings, first impressions matter. Having a professional chauffeur meet them at SFO's International Terminal and deliver them to our offices sets the right tone for our partnership.”
James L.
Venture Partner, Menlo Park
The preferred SFO car service for executives, families, and discerning travelers throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.
All vehicles are California TCP licensed with full commercial insurance. Chauffeurs undergo comprehensive background checks and drug testing.
We monitor every SFO arrival from departure to touchdown. Your driver is positioned when you land, not when you were scheduled to land.
For SFO domestic arrivals, 60 minutes of complimentary wait time. International arrivals receive 90 minutes to clear customs comfortably.
Our chauffeurs know every terminal at SFO, every pickup zone, and optimal routes to Downtown SF, Silicon Valley, Wine Country, and beyond.
Consistently rated 5 stars across thousands of SFO transfers. Clean vehicles, professional chauffeurs, and reliable timing.
Flat rates include tolls, parking fees, and meet & greet. No surge pricing, no hidden fees. Gratuity is at your discretion.
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