San Francisco Airport

Great art/culture exhibits in the terminals. There was one showing the history of turntables when we arrived - we stayed to look before picking up our car! Good food options for the vegetarian which is unusual. Frozen yoghurt too! The monorail is fast frequent and clean. It's not a far drive into the city (20 minutes or so) and the BART is also very convenient to downtown. Nice newly renovated buildings with good light. Clean nice bathrooms. We had no delays.

Unlike most big airports in America such as LAX O'Hare Dulles Logan Reagan or from what I've heard JFK this airport is not a nightmare to navigate. The signage is plentiful which is a great help when locating the otherwise hidden baggage claim. The terminals (especially the new one that houses Virgin America and the International one) are very nice though the restaurants are fairly pricey. The staff are helpful but a little no- nonsense which can be irritating. Commuting is a breeze thanks to being located right off the highway and the metro. Customs is done without hassle. On the downside the process of checking in and getting through security can be abysmal at the wrong time the majority of flights are United and flights are often slightly delayed because of fog. Because of this I prefer using the smaller airport in Oakland across the bay when I can. Regardless this airport is what all big airports should be.

I flew UA to SFO and was surprised how good it was. UA check-in chaotic was getting directed to go to the Continental (pre-merger) self check-in machines when I was on UA. United T3 very nice. Moving Sidewalk efficient.

Upon arrival from Seoul Incheon TSA immigration and customs officials were rude and curt. They yelled at us for going the wrong way without giving us a polite explanation or directions to other passengers who were confused to the ambiguous instructions about where to queue. None smiled and the staff that were there looked like they hated their jobs. Baggage staff also were observed throwing baggage around and looked like they did did not exercise care with other passengers belongings. While SFO International terminal is clean and well-designed the amenities are wanting since everything is so expensive. With the rudeness of TSA and immigration staff SFO is not my choice for flight needs. Even then it's still a step beyond LAX but that isn't saying much.

It can be congested at times. Security is fast but managing the lines is slow. There are some old TSA's who are not quick thinking (This is in Delta Terminal). Parking is good. Food is good but can be expensive. Good ground transportation and short term parking facilities.

Customer service was awful. It took me 2 hrs to check-in because there was no organization people were standing in lines but no one knew what the lines were for. No management whatsoever to be found. Over 100 people were waiting to get tickets on my flight because an earlier flight had been cancelled people were waiting on standby yet the plane left with several open seats.

Departing from the international terminal was a breeze. Check in was smooth and security was no hassle. Security officers were accommodating and friendly. Although there is nothing air side once you've passed security.

The new Terminal Two was amazing. Clean modern and easy to navigate. A lot of shops and restaurants placed around the terminal. Clean and comfortable seats and there are even tables for those with laptops. Excellent terminal.

Arriving at SFO is not a very exciting experience. Small spaces but clean. Very long wait at immigration. There are lots of counters but very few DHS staff so long queues. Baggage area is very small and the customs officers keep hovering around. Expect at least 45 minutes or more to exit the terminal.

Excellent international terminal at this airport. Friendly staff clean. Gate concourses are well configured with decent food/beverage options. Clear signage. Security check areas are overcrowded. Luggage carts cost USD5 (free at most international airports worldwide).