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Discover San Francisco International Airport car rental on Turo
Set against the beautiful backdrop of the Bay Area, San Francisco is one of America's most beloved tourist cities. There are abundant things to see and do, from chowing down on seafood at Fisherman's Wharf to sprawling lazily in the sunshine at Golden Gate Park – and to make sure you can see it all, nothing beats the freedom of your own set of wheels. When it comes to car rental, San Francisco International Airport is the perfect pickup and drop-off spot, whether you're flying in for the weekend or spending a little longer uncovering all the Bay Area has to offer.
San Francisco Airport car rental: How it works
On Turo, renting a car at SFO is easy. Browse cars online, confirm your pickup location, book your car, and get on the road sooner. With pickup locations at airports across the US, you'll be able to find the perfect car for whatever you have planned.
1. Find the perfect car
Enter a date and airport location in San Francisco, CA (or beyond), filter to find the best car for you, and read reviews from previous renters.
2. Select a pickup location
Rent a car for pickup at the airport, or opt for delivery to various destinations, including airports, train stations, and hotels.
3. Hit the road
Your host sends you pickup details, and you’re all set to hit the roads of San Francisco, CA! If you have questions, you can easily chat with your host or contact support.
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Picking up at SFO
Pickup & return areas at San Francisco International Airport
When picking up your car rental, San Francisco Airport has two approved areas for Turo guests — International Garages A and G. These are located along the Airport Access Road at the front of the airport, by the Grand Hyatt Hotel. When you first fly into San Francisco Airport, you can access these garages via the AirTrain airport shuttle, which connects all terminals. Then, when you're dropping your car rental off on your way out of SFO, forgo the busy rental car center and simply leave the vehicle for your host in either of these garages, before taking the AirTrain back to your departure terminal.
Communicate with your host
Before you fly into San Francisco International Airport (SFO), head to the Turo app for everything you need to know about exactly where your host will meet you or leave your rental car. Exit the parking lot with the parking ticket left by your host. Then, when it's farewell to Frisco, coordinate your car rental return the same way you did your pickup — by chatting with your host before you depart from San Francisco Airport.
Parking & airport fees
When you reserve a car on Turo at San Francisco International Airport, the total cost of your booking will automatically include an airport fee. We're required to collect and remit this fee to the airport to facilitate rental car return and pickup. Parking fees at San Francisco International Airport are not covered by Turo — if your host requires you to cover this cost, they must let you know in their Turo vehicle listing. When you return your car to San Francisco Airport, you'll need to take a parking ticket and leave it in your car rental so your host can leave the parking garage.
Why rent a car at the airport on Turo?
Contactless check-in and checkout
Many hosts offer contactless check-in and checkout, if their car has remote access technology, allowing you to find the car, unlock it, and be on your way without meeting them in person. Message your host for specific instructions.
Convenient airport car rental pickup and return
Rather than hustling at the busy terminal curbside, take your time picking up the rental car at approved parking lots or garages. Check in, load up your luggage, and get comfortable with the car without a big rush.
Relax with support & damage protection
24/7 support and roadside assistance mean help is just a call away, plus you can choose from a range of protection plans.
San Francisco car rentals for any occasion
A rental car quite literally gives you the keys to venture through San Francisco and beyond. Whether you're in town for a family getaway, a work trip, or an important event, lock in a rental car on Turo to experience freedom and flexibility. And, unlike other car rental companies, on Turo, you're guaranteed to get the exact vehicle you choose at checkout — no surprises, just a reliable vehicle to suit any occasion.
Vacation car rental
If you're discovering the blissful Bay Area on vacation, select from a range of convenient car rentals to make your trip a breeze. Midsize sport luxury sedans or premium luxury sedans like the Mercedes-Benz EQE, full-size luxury SUVs including the Volkswagen Taos, and people movers like the Honda Odyssey make up just a fraction of the vehicles available on Turo.
Business car rental
Fly into San Francisco Airport, grab your luggage from baggage claim, and bypass the car rental center — instead, your new work vehicle will be ready and waiting for you. Whether you're looking to impress with a head-turner like the BMW 4 Series or help the planet in an electric luxury sedan like the Tesla Model 3, there's a car to suit every business traveler.
Formal car rental
Roll over the San Franciscan hills en route to your next event in a car rental from Turo. We've got weddings, birthdays, galas and more sorted with your choice of top-notch vehicles. Think slick full-size luxury sedans from Tesla, Mercedes-Benz, and Rivian, to classic American sports cars, vintage models, limo vans, and more.
Turo vs. Traditional car rental
Turo
App-based experience
No waiting in line
Get the exact car you choose
Delivery options & thousands of pickup locations
Contactless pickup and dropoff available
Traditional car rental
Standard rental counter experience
Waiting in line
Get one type of car “or similar”
Pickup at retail locations
Requires in-person handoff
Skip the car rental counter at San Francisco Airport
Things to do and places to see in San Francisco, CA
As one of the most visited cities in the USA with an overwhelming 20-million-plus visitors per year, San Francisco is the perfect city to satisfy any travel style. From Alcatraz to the Painted Ladies, and beautiful parks to buzzy restaurants, San Fran's tourist attractions are so abundant that you might struggle to fit them all in one visit. Settle in behind the wheel of your rental car, hit 'go' on the GPS, and start ticking off these sights.
Rent the perfect carGolden Gate Bridge
Glittering above the San Francisco Bay, you'll spot one of the world's most legendary landmarks — the Golden Gate Bridge in all its glory. This 746-foot-tall suspension bridge cuts a striking path through the Northern California fog during the day and glows crimson at night, making it a beautiful sight at all times. Consider walking the 1.7-mile-long bridge from the north side to the south, then venturing further down to other hotspots like the Walt Disney Family Museum, the Painted Ladies, and Golden Gate Park.
Fisherman's Wharf
San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf neighborhood is the iconic home of touristic giants like Pier 39, Ghirardelli Square, the Cannery, Madame Tussauds, and more. Between these must-visit attractions, you'll find seafood restaurants galore serving up hot clam chowder, cioppino, and crab legs amongst other culinary faves. Stroll from pier to pier, enjoying the sights, popping into shops, soaking in the seaside air, and, of course, eating anything that takes your fancy.
Twin Peaks Summit
Towering 922 feet above the city, Twin Peaks is a popular lookout spot that boasts spectacular 180-degree views of San Francisco. With hiking trails to traverse, wildlife to observe, and breathtaking scenery to enjoy, this is an unmissable stop on your SF itinerary. Drive up to Twin Peaks in your rental car and hike around the park, or walk the whole way up in approximately two hours, depending on your fitness level.
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Top tips for renting a car in San Francisco
While San Francisco has a great public transport infrastructure, nothing beats the freedom of exploring the beautiful Bay Area in a reliable vehicle of your choice. Car rental at San Francisco International Airport lets you jump straight into the driver's seat and cruise through well-known neighborhoods, from Haight-Ashbury to the Embarcadero, with ease. Keep these top car rental tips in mind during your time in San Francisco.
How does airport pickup work at San Francisco International Airport?
Skip the SFO rental car center and stroll straight from your gate to your vehicle with Turo. Before your flight, you'll need to refer to the Turo app to confirm a pickup location. San Francisco International Airport has two approved pickup locations — International Garages A and G. Follow airport signs to the AirTrain, ride it to retrieve your vehicle, and exit the parking lot using the ticket provided by your host to start exploring SF.
How does drop-off work at San Francisco International Airport?
Refer to the Turo app in the days before your flight out of San Francisco International Airport to confirm whether your rental car return is at either International Garage A or G. Enter the parking lot in your car rental and take a parking ticket. Leave the ticket in the vehicle for your host so they can exit safely.
How far is San Francisco International Airport from Downtown San Francisco?
Depending on the time of day, the trip from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to the Financial District, the heart of San Francisco's CBD, can take between 20 to 55 minutes by car. This part of the city is also close to the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, and other major tourist attractions. If you're headed to South San Francisco (AKA South City), the drive to its downtown area is just 10 to 20 minutes by car.
What are the road rules and driving conditions in San Francisco?
San Francisco is a busy city with lots of cars, pedestrians, cyclists, and even cable cars to navigate. To ensure your safety and that of others while driving in San Francisco, you must observe common road rules, including speed limits and street signs, always wearing a seatbelt, and not using your phone while driving.
In San Francisco, speed limits are 15 miles per hour (mph) in school zones, 20-30 mph on residential roads and in business districts, 45 mph on highways, and 50-65 mph on interstate freeways.
San Francisco is one of the many American cities with an extensive cable car (tram or streetcar) network. While driving in San Francisco, you must not pass cable cars to the left, nor when their doors are open to let passengers off. Historically, San Francisco is known for its windy, hilly, and narrow roads, which have rendered the city with many one-way streets and unique intersections. Always pay attention to road signs, drive in the correct direction, and stay alert while driving in San Francisco.
What is parking like in San Francisco?
Downtown San Francisco has a wide range of parking garages and metered street parking spaces to choose from but keep in mind that your options will be affected by price and availability during busy times. There are public garages dotted throughout the city, with a big concentration around Union Square, so if this is convenient, it presents a good location to leave your vehicle while you explore on foot.
Metered street parking is available both in the center of San Francisco and its outer neighborhoods and outside of peak hours, it shouldn't be too difficult to find a spot.
Are there toll roads in San Francisco?
Yes, there are eight toll bridges in San Francisco, as well as a handful of tolled express lanes. It's important to know where they're located before you start journeying in your rental car.
The toll bridges in San Francisco are Antioch Bridge (State Route [SR] 160),
Benicia-Martinez Bridge (I-680),
Carquinez Bridge (I-80),
Dumbarton Bridge (SR 84),
Golden Gate Bridge (SR 1 / US 101) [Southbound only],
Richmond-San Rafael Bridge (I-580),
San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge (I-80), and
San Mateo-Hayward Bridge (SR 92).
You'll also pay a toll if you use the express lanes on the I-580, I-680 Contra Costa, I-680 Sunol, I-880, and US 101.
Where can I find gas stations and EV chargers in San Francisco?
A big city like San Francisco has to be well-equipped with all the amenities, and that includes gas stations and electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. Although your Turo rental car will be waiting for you with a full tank of gas, you'll spot quite a few gas stations as you leave San Francisco International Airport (SFO) along El Camino Real.
Most outer-city suburbs in the San Francisco area boast a handful of gas stations to choose from. As you head further into the city, you'll notice your options dwindle a bit, but don't worry — in SF, it's unlikely you'll ever be more than a mile from a gas station.
When it comes to juicing up your electric luxury SUV or sedan, you'll find EV charging stations from ChargePoint, EVgo, Blink, Shell, and more all over the city. The Financial District and its surrounding areas are packed with EV chargers — there are at least 20 within a mile of the Ferry Building downtown.
Conveniently, there's also an electric vehicle charging station located in both International Garage A and International Garage G at San Francisco International Airport, where you'll pick up and drop off your Turo rental car. Don't forget to give your rental car a quick charge before you return it to one of our approved airport locations and your host!
Do I need to rent a car in San Francisco?
While a rental car isn't always necessary for San Francisco due to the city's fantastic public transport infrastructure, it's definitely recommended if you want to travel around without limits or journey outside of the city center. Pick up your Turo rental car at San Francisco International Airport and you'll be well on your way to seeing the many sights this bustling city and the wider Bay Area are known for.
What rental car types can I find on Turo in San Francisco?
San Francisco is home to people from all walks of life, so it's no wonder that the cars on offer in this bustling slice of the Bay Area are just as diverse.
You might select an eco-friendly option like an electric luxury SUV or full-size elite electric sedan, such as the Tesla Model 3, Ford Mustang Mach-E, or Lucid Air. If you'd prefer a gas rental car, we've got premium luxury SUVs, full-size luxury sedans, 8-passenger vehicles, high-performance sports cars, and a variety of other vehicle classes to choose from on Turo.
Browse a massive selection of makes and models, including the popular Ford Explorer or Toyota RAV-4, the swish Audi Q7 or BMW M4, the sporty Ford Mustang or Chevrolet Corvette, the compact Volkswagen Golf, or the sturdy Land Rover Defender. Organize your car rental at San Francisco Intl Airport to get started.
How much does it cost to rent a car in San Francisco?
The cost of car rental in San Francisco can vary depending on car type, booking length, extras, and delivery. For cheap car rentals in San Francisco, look out for discounts on longer-duration bookings and early bookings.
Frequently asked questions
What documents and paperwork do you need to rent a car on Turo?
What documents and paperwork do you need to rent a car on Turo?
To rent a car on Turo, you must create a Turo account, have a valid driver’s license, get approved to drive on Turo, and be 18 years old or older in the US, 21 years old or older in Australia, or 23 years old or older in Canada.
In the UK, you must be 21 years old or older and have held a UK or EU license for at least one year, or another driver’s license for at least two years. In France you must be 18 years old or older and have held a driver’s license for at least 2 years, longer for certain makes and models of vehicles.
When you’re booking your first trip, you’ll go through a quick approval process by entering your driver’s license and some other information. In most cases, you’ll get approved immediately, and you’ll be set for all future road trips, day trips, and business trips!
What kind of license do I need to rent a car on Turo?
What kind of license do I need to rent a car on Turo?
Turo accepts valid licenses (not expired, suspended, or revoked) that allow for full driving privileges; this includes driver’s licenses issued outside of the US. Licenses that Turo doesn’t accept in the US include any that have expired, have been altered, are conditional, probational, provisional, or restricted. Learner’s permit/instruction permits are not accepted.
Do I need to be a certain age to rent a car on Turo?
Do I need to be a certain age to rent a car on Turo?
To rent a car on Turo in the US, you must be 18 years old or older.
How does car rental insurance work on Turo?
How does car rental insurance work on Turo?
You don’t need personal insurance coverage to rent a car on Turo.
In the US, any personal insurance you may have that covers damage to the host’s vehicle would kick in before your Turo protection plan. When booking a car in the US, you’ll choose between three protection plans — Premier (eligibility requirements apply), Standard, or Minimum — to get the level of protection that’s right for you. On each trip, you’re covered with third-party automobile liability insurance provided under a policy issued to Turo by Travelers Excess and Surplus Lines Company.*
In New York state, you’ll also choose between Premier (if available), Standard, or Minimum. With each plan, you’re covered with liability insurance of $1,250,000.* Protection plans for New York trips also include access to roadside assistance, priority phone support, and 24/7 customer assistance.
Can I get car rental discounts on Turo?
Can I get car rental discounts on Turo?
You can get discounts and low cost car rental on Turo.
On your Account page, make sure you’ve checked the box to receive email notifications, and enable push notifications from the Turo app in your phone settings — we’ll send you occasional promo codes, discounts, and deals.
Additionally, frequent travelers on Turo can get rewarded with the loyalty bonus — earn a promo code for one bonus day when you take trips totaling 10 days in a 90-day period.
Learn how the loyalty bonus worksIs there long term car rental on Turo?
Is there long term car rental on Turo?
Yes there is — whether you want to rent a car for three days, three months, or even longer, you can on Turo. You’ll find discounted prices on bookings lasting 3+, 7+, or 30+ days, so you can get the best deals and lowest rates possible by booking longer trips.
See more about promotions & discountsIs there unlimited mileage car rental on Turo?
Is there unlimited mileage car rental on Turo?
Some hosts offer unlimited distance for a trip; others set a daily distance limit — you’ll need to check on each rental car individually to see if this service is provided. On the vehicle pages, you’ll see the total miles or kilometres you’re allowed to drive under the heading “Distance included.” You can find cars offering unlimited mileage with every trip by using the “Unlimited distance” filter.
Can other people drive the car that I rented?
Can other people drive the car that I rented?
Yes, multiple guests can drive the car you rent on Turo, as long as they are all approved to drive. The primary driver (whoever rented the car) can add additional drivers with no fees or additional charges. Only the primary driver can request to add drivers; Turo hosts cannot do it for you. We encourage you to request to add additional drivers before your trip starts, though guests can request to add a driver while a trip is in progress.
To speed up the process, have your additional driver create a Turo account and get approved to drive before you request to add them. All drivers must have a valid driver’s license and meet the age requirements for the car you’ve booked. You can request to add drivers via the “Trips” tab in the Turo app without additional driver charges or extra costs.
At which airports can I pick up my car on Turo?
At which airports can I pick up my car on Turo?
Turo has agreements and pilot programs in place with a number of airports across the United States, and we’re always working hard to secure arrangements at even more airports to make your transition between air travel and car travel as smooth as possible, no matter what city.
Currently, Turo has agreements with some regional and international airports in at least 24 US states. The group of airports where Turo has airport pickup permits for guests may change, so refer to the link below for an up-to-date list.
List of airport locations* Any personal insurance you may have that covers damage to the host’s vehicle would kick in before your protection plan, except in limited situations for trips booked in Maryland, but this protects your own wallet. Liability insurance is provided under a policy issued to Turo by Travelers Excess and Surplus Lines Company. Terms, conditions, and exclusions apply. The policy does not provide coverage for damage to a host’s vehicle.
For questions or information about the third party liability insurance that is included in protection plans, consumers in Maryland and the licensed states listed here may contact Turo Insurance Agency at (415) 508-0283 or claims@turo.agency. For questions about how damage to a host’s vehicle is handled, visit the Turo Support site.
When a trip is booked in the state of Washington, physical damage to the host’s vehicle is covered by insurance purchased by Turo, but Turo’s insurance does not change the contractual responsibilities of hosts or guests with respect to physical damage to a host’s vehicle.