Taxi Information
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

General Information
Taxis depart from the designated taxi zones located at the roadway center islands, on the Arrivals/Baggage Claim Level of all terminals.
Uniformed taxi coordinators are stationed at the taxi zones from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. to assist passengers with questions or concerns.
Ramp accessible taxis are available. Please contact the taxi coordinator to request a ramp accessible taxi, or phone *1191 from any airport courtesy phone.
Rates & Charges
Metered rates apply to all destinations. Destinations either 15 miles beyond the limits of the City and County of San Francisco or 15 miles beyond the boundaries of San Francisco International Airport are charged at 150% of the metered rate. A $2.00 exit surcharge is included in all San Francisco taxicab meter fares for rides originating from San Francisco International Airport. By sharing a ride, up to 5 persons can ride for the price of 1 person.
Fares & Destinations
Taxi drivers are required by Airport regulation to accept fares to all Bay Area destinations.
Please contact local taxicab companies in this region for information on fares to SFO.
Taxi Fare Information: |
Travel Time: |
Fare Range: |
Taxis Call *1191 from any airport courtesy phone |
18 minutes | $42.85 - $62.85 |
Oakland International Airport (OAK)

Taxis: |
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Friendly Cab | 510-536-3000 |
Veteran’s Cab | 510-533-1900 |
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)

Taxi Services:
Taxis are stationed at the Airport for on-demand service. They are accessible from Terminal A and Terminal B.
In addition to the on demand service available at each terminal, taxis are available on a prearranged basis. Please contact the company of your choice to schedule reservations.
Taxis: |
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A Orange Cab | 408-733-0900 |
All Star Cab | 408-977-1111 |
Alpha Cab | 408-295-9500 |
American Cab | 408-988-3300 |
California Cab | 408-295-9500 |
Checker Cab of Silicon Valley | 408-293-1234 |
City Cab Company | 408-998-3333 |
Green Cab | 408-573-7777 |
Milpitas Cab | 408-945-8500 |
Rainbow Cab | 408-271-9900 |
United Taxicab | 408-971-1111 |
Yellow Cab | 408-777-7777 |
Taxis provide transportation for passengers with folding wheelchairs at no additional charge. Wheelchair accessible vans are also available at no additional charge, but advance notice is recommended. To arrange for a van, contact the following companies:
Taxis: |
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United Taxicab | 408-971-1111 |
Yellow Cab | 408-401-6830 |
Estimated Taxi Rates**:
All trips from SJC are a minimum of $15, which includes the first 3-miles of travel and a $1.50 airport fee. Beyond 3-miles, the fares are charged by meter at $3.00 per mile. Passengers with disabilities or over 65 years of age receive a 15% discount off the total fare. View Accessible Services for additional information.
** These are estimates, and fares can vary with traffic conditions. Passenger(s) have exclusive right to the taxi, which is obligated to transport in the most expeditious manner that is safe. Rates are per taxi, not per person, therefore, rates remain the same up to the maximum passenger capacity of the cab.
Estimated Fares from the Airport to: |
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Cupertino | $27-$44 |
Fremont | $35-$60 |
Gilroy | $95-$99 |
Hayward | $70-$80 |
Los Gatos | $30-$42 |
Menlo Park | $55-$60 |
Morgan Hill | $70-$80 |
Mountain View | $32-$41 |
Palo Alto | $40-$56 |
Oakland Airport | $110 |
San Francisco Airport | $103 |
San Francisco (Downtown) | $140-$150 |
San Jose (Downtown) | $15-$18 |
Santa Clara | $15-$27 |
Santa Cruz | $100-$110 |
Saratoga | $45-$50 |
Scotts Valley | $75-$79 |
Sunnyvale | $22-$39 |
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