Flight Operations to San Francisco

Flight Operations to San Francisco: The Californian city of San Francisco is about to play host to the 2018 World Cup Rugby Sevens from July 20–22. Here’s all the ops information needed to plan successful missions to San Francisco and Oakland International Airports.

San Francisco International Airport

• IATA Code: SFO
• ICAO Code: KSFO
• Coordinates: N37-37.1/W122-22.5
• Elevation: 13 ft.
• Magnetic variation: 14E
• Fuel types: Jet/ AVGAS 
• Timezone: PDT 

Oakland International Airport

• IATA Code: OAK
• ICAO Code: KOAK 
• Coordinates: N37-43.3/W122-13.3
• Elevation: 9 ft. 
• Magnetic variation: 14E
• Fuel types: Jet/ AVGAS 
• Timezone: PDT 

Operational Information

• TSA waivers may be required for private and non-scheduled flights
• There are no parking restrictions at this time
• Check for significant NOTAMs before operations

Accommodation

Close to San Francisco International:

• Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Airport
• Staybridge Suites San Francisco Airport
• Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Airport
• Four Points by Sheraton Inn and Suites San Francisco Airport

A broader selection of hotels is available in Downtown San Francisco, a 20-30 minute drive from the airport.

Close to Oakland International:

• Hampton Inn and Suites Oakland Airport
• Holiday Inn Express and Suites Oakland Airport
• Hilton Oakland Airport
• Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Airport

Transport

• All major car rental companies are available at both airports
• San Francisco and Oakland have an extensive subway system – BART
• Limos can be organized through your ITP or local handler

For more information on the 2018 World Cup Rugby Sevens, click here 

For support with your Flight Operations to San Francisco, contact UAS Americas