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San Francisco

San Francisco International Airport

Airport Information

Check-in counter

International Terminal, Islands 7 – 10

Due to peak summer travel season with security check point and check-in baggage screening congestions, we encourage passengers to arrive 3 hours prior to departure time to the airport.

Opening hours
4 hours prior to scheduled departure time

(Check-in counters are closed punctually 60 minutes before scheduled departure time)
Self Service Facilities

Self-service Check-in and Baggage Tag
Kiosk for self-service check-in, boarding pass and baggage tag. Find out more.
Note: If Online Check-in has been completed, proceed to kiosk to obtain baggage tag and then the bag drop counter.
Lounge Cathay Pacific Lounge [Temporarily closed until further notice]
Customs information

Tobacco Products: 200 cigarettes 

Alcoholic Beverages: 1 litre of wine or spirits 

Others: Goods up to the value of US$100 for nonresidents (US$400 for residents).

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