San Francisco International Airport
San Francisco, United States · IATA SFO · ICAO KSFO
Pet relief area & accessibility
San Francisco International (SFO) operates post-security indoor pet relief areas in every terminal, the most prominent of which is in the International Terminal Boarding Area A near gate A1. SFO's pet relief areas include synthetic turf, a fire-hydrant marker, drainage, and waste bag dispensers. Outdoor relief areas are located on the lower-level Arrivals roadway of every terminal. SFO is a hub for United Airlines and a major US-Asia and US-Europe transit point.
Travel-day timing & what to expect
Quick reference
| IATA code | SFO |
|---|---|
| ICAO code | KSFO |
| City | San Francisco |
| Country | United States |
| Coordinates | 37.6190, -122.3750 |
Before you fly
Confirm your airline's pet program before you book — every carrier publishes a slightly different cabin carrier limit, in-cabin pet count, and breed-restriction list. Browse the airline pet policies for the carrier you plan to fly, and review the guides library for country-specific import rules and carrier preparation tips. The information on this page is editorial and should be confirmed with the airport's official passenger services desk before travel.