Aug 23, 2016, 11:45 am
Last edit by: Prospero
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AA operates out of both Terminal 2 (ticket counters, baggage check and carousels, curbside check-in, TSA, Pre-Check, Clear, Admirals Club), and gates only at Terminal 1 (linked airside, no ticket counters).
Link to AA SFO information page
Link to SFO Admirals Club Information
Link to AA SFO airport page
Link to official SFO airport page
Link to map with Terminal 2 concessions
Ticket counter: Terminal 2, Concourse D
Daily: 3:30 a.m. - 12 a.m.
Admirals Club : After security, Terminal 2 (T2), Boarding Area D (open 04:15-00:15)
Gates
Terminal 2 Concourse D: 56A, 56B, 57, 58A, 58B
Terminal 1 Concourse C: 45A, 45B, and 47
These are connected by an airside corridor above and alongside the tarmac. The Admirals Club is in Terminal 2 after security; allow 5-15 minutes to gates (C gates are farther) depending on gate and mobility.
Baggage carousels: downstairs, Terminal 2
Animal relief area: landside lower level outside baggage claim, turn right and look for dog paws.
Minimum Connect Times
STANDARD.D/D...D/I...I/D...I/I.
ONLINE .50 1.00 1.45 1.45
OFFLINE .50 1.00 1.45 1.45
** OR * ARE ALL
AA-AS DD .30 FLT 1 - 6099 - FLT 1000 - 1999
OPN -15SEP16
AA-AS DD .30 FLT 1 - 6099 - FLT 4000 - 4799
AA-AS DD .30 FLT 1 - 6099 - FLT 6000 - 6999
AA-AS DD .30 FLT 1 - 6099 - FLT 8000 - 8999
AA-AS DD SUP FLT 6100 - 9099 - ALL
AA-AS DD 1.15
**-AS DD SUP ALL - FLT 1000 - 1999 OPN -15SEP16
**-AS DD SUP ALL - FLT 4000 - 4799
**-AS DD SUP ALL - FLT 6000 - 6999
**-AS DD SUP ALL - FLT 8000 - 8999
**-AS DD 1.15
AA-** DD SUP FLT 6100 - 9099 - ALL
Other nuggets of info
SFO has two runway pairs:
10L/28R 11,870 ft 3,618 m Asphalt
10R/28L 11,381 3,469 Asphalt
and
1R/19L 8,650 2,637 Asphalt
1L/19R 7,650 2,332 Asphalt
These runways were designed and built with non-standard runway separation (centerlines of the parallel runways are only 750 feet / 230 m apart) Any time weather conditions affect SFO, ATC flow control is put into effect because only one runway of each runway pair can be used. This may mean delayed arrivals (and subsequent departures) as well as diversions (usually to SJC, but may include OAK).
A useful resource with links in the Wikipost is http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/ameri...er-thread.html.
AA operates out of both Terminal 2 (ticket counters, baggage check and carousels, curbside check-in, TSA, Pre-Check, Clear, Admirals Club), and gates only at Terminal 1 (linked airside, no ticket counters).
Link to AA SFO information page
Link to SFO Admirals Club Information
Link to AA SFO airport page
Link to official SFO airport page
Link to map with Terminal 2 concessions
Ticket counter: Terminal 2, Concourse D
Daily: 3:30 a.m. - 12 a.m.
Admirals Club : After security, Terminal 2 (T2), Boarding Area D (open 04:15-00:15)
Gates
Terminal 2 Concourse D: 56A, 56B, 57, 58A, 58B
Terminal 1 Concourse C: 45A, 45B, and 47
These are connected by an airside corridor above and alongside the tarmac. The Admirals Club is in Terminal 2 after security; allow 5-15 minutes to gates (C gates are farther) depending on gate and mobility.
Baggage carousels: downstairs, Terminal 2
Animal relief area: landside lower level outside baggage claim, turn right and look for dog paws.
Minimum Connect Times
STANDARD.D/D...D/I...I/D...I/I.
ONLINE .50 1.00 1.45 1.45
OFFLINE .50 1.00 1.45 1.45
** OR * ARE ALL
AA-AS DD .30 FLT 1 - 6099 - FLT 1000 - 1999
OPN -15SEP16
AA-AS DD .30 FLT 1 - 6099 - FLT 4000 - 4799
AA-AS DD .30 FLT 1 - 6099 - FLT 6000 - 6999
AA-AS DD .30 FLT 1 - 6099 - FLT 8000 - 8999
AA-AS DD SUP FLT 6100 - 9099 - ALL
AA-AS DD 1.15
**-AS DD SUP ALL - FLT 1000 - 1999 OPN -15SEP16
**-AS DD SUP ALL - FLT 4000 - 4799
**-AS DD SUP ALL - FLT 6000 - 6999
**-AS DD SUP ALL - FLT 8000 - 8999
**-AS DD 1.15
AA-** DD SUP FLT 6100 - 9099 - ALL
Other nuggets of info
SFO has two runway pairs:
10L/28R 11,870 ft 3,618 m Asphalt
10R/28L 11,381 3,469 Asphalt
and
1R/19L 8,650 2,637 Asphalt
1L/19R 7,650 2,332 Asphalt
These runways were designed and built with non-standard runway separation (centerlines of the parallel runways are only 750 feet / 230 m apart) Any time weather conditions affect SFO, ATC flow control is put into effect because only one runway of each runway pair can be used. This may mean delayed arrivals (and subsequent departures) as well as diversions (usually to SJC, but may include OAK).
A useful resource with links in the Wikipost is http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/ameri...er-thread.html.
AA at SFO / San Francisco Int’l. Airport: questions, connections, etc.
Nov 11, 2016, 8:05 am
#77
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Maximum bag drop time SFO domestic F
I am sorry if this is so well know a question that I ought to know the answer - or if my searching skills were not up to finding the answer already posted, but...
Is there a definite answer to the question whether I can drop off luggage early (say seven hours but the same day as the flight), having already checked in, at SFO for a domestic itinerary in F. I have heard/seen suggestions that there is a four hour time limit, before which bags will not be accepted.
Thanks a lot and again sorry if my searching abilities have not been up to this.
Is there a definite answer to the question whether I can drop off luggage early (say seven hours but the same day as the flight), having already checked in, at SFO for a domestic itinerary in F. I have heard/seen suggestions that there is a four hour time limit, before which bags will not be accepted.
Thanks a lot and again sorry if my searching abilities have not been up to this.
Nov 11, 2016, 8:19 am
#78
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I am sorry if this is so well know a question that I ought to know the answer - or if my searching skills were not up to finding the answer already posted, but...
Is there a definite answer to the question whether I can drop off luggage early (say seven hours but the same day as the flight), having already checked in, at SFO for a domestic itinerary in F. I have heard/seen suggestions that there is a four hour time limit, before which bags will not be accepted.
Thanks a lot and again sorry if my searching abilities have not been up to this.
Is there a definite answer to the question whether I can drop off luggage early (say seven hours but the same day as the flight), having already checked in, at SFO for a domestic itinerary in F. I have heard/seen suggestions that there is a four hour time limit, before which bags will not be accepted.
Thanks a lot and again sorry if my searching abilities have not been up to this.
Per AA.com 45 minutes is the baggage acceptance cut-off and bags can be accepted at any time on same calendar day.
Nov 11, 2016, 8:26 am
#80
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I can't find the bit about a calendar day anywhere on aa.com - do have a link? Thanks
Nov 11, 2016, 8:35 am
#81
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If you try going to the self-service kiosk a day prior to your scheduled departure, it will not accept your luggage. Any time the same calendar day will work.
Again the only distinction cabin of service has is the acceptable weight per bag and quantity allowed w/o being assessed any charges. You also get an orange priority tag, but in practice the fleet service clerks really don't pay attention and priority bags rarely come up first on the belt.
Nov 11, 2016, 8:38 am
#82
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If you try going to the self-service kiosk a day prior to your scheduled departure, it will not accept your luggage. Any time the same calendar day will work.
Again the only distinction cabin of service has is the acceptable weight per bag and quantity allowed w/o being assessed any charges. You also get an orange priority tag, but in practice the fleet service clerks really don't pay attention and priority bags rarely come up first on the belt.
Again the only distinction cabin of service has is the acceptable weight per bag and quantity allowed w/o being assessed any charges. You also get an orange priority tag, but in practice the fleet service clerks really don't pay attention and priority bags rarely come up first on the belt.
The other info is useful thank you - though I still can't find anything relevant, myself, on aa.com.
Nov 11, 2016, 8:43 am
#83
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No problem and I'm sorry if this came across as snarky. I know we had our exchanges on OMNI around Operation Protective Edge but welcome to the AA forum.
Nov 11, 2016, 10:02 am
#84
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Nov 11, 2016, 10:47 am
#85
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I am sorry if this is so well know a question that I ought to know the answer - or if my searching skills were not up to finding the answer already posted, but...
Is there a definite answer to the question whether I can drop off luggage early (say seven hours but the same day as the flight), having already checked in, at SFO for a domestic itinerary in F. I have heard/seen suggestions that there is a four hour time limit, before which bags will not be accepted.
Thanks a lot and again sorry if my searching abilities have not been up to this.
Is there a definite answer to the question whether I can drop off luggage early (say seven hours but the same day as the flight), having already checked in, at SFO for a domestic itinerary in F. I have heard/seen suggestions that there is a four hour time limit, before which bags will not be accepted.
Thanks a lot and again sorry if my searching abilities have not been up to this.
"Minimum time to check baggage
To help us get your bag on the same flight with you, present your bag to an airline representative for check-in no later than the cutoff time.
For flights within and between the U.S., Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands:
Check bags at least 45 minutes prior to scheduled departure at LAX
For flights originating in airports outside the U.S. or flights departing the U.S. for an international destination:
Check bags at least 60 minutes prior to scheduled departure"
This does not vary with class of service; it may vary for a few specific airport.
The current page (link) is slightly more ambiguous:
"Minimum check-in times before scheduled departure
Check in by or before to avoid missing your flight
All airports have a minimum check-in time, whether you're checking bags or not. Times vary based on your trip.
Travel entirely within the U.S.
You must be checked in 45 minutes before scheduled departure.
Travel from these airports require more time:
San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU) - 60 minutes
St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands (STT) - 90 minutes
International travel
You must be checked in 60 minutes before scheduled departure. This includes trips starting in the U.S.
Example: International travel starting in the U.S. This content can be expanded
Travel from these airports require more time:
Beijing, China (PEK) - 75 minutes
Buenos Aires, Argentina (EZE) - 75 minutes
Caracas, Venezuela (CCS) - 90 minutes
Dublin, Ireland (DUB) - 75 minutes
Maracaibo, Venezuela (MAR) - 90 minutes"
Nov 11, 2016, 7:50 pm
#86
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The recent page on AA.com stated:
"Minimum time to check baggage
To help us get your bag on the same flight with you, present your bag to an airline representative for check-in no later than the cutoff time.
For flights within and between the U.S., Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands:
Check bags at least 45 minutes prior to scheduled departure at LAX
For flights originating in airports outside the U.S. or flights departing the U.S. for an international destination:
Check bags at least 60 minutes prior to scheduled departure"
This does not vary with class of service; it may vary for a few specific airport.
The current page (link) is slightly more ambiguous:
"Minimum check-in times before scheduled departure
Check in by or before to avoid missing your flight
All airports have a minimum check-in time, whether you're checking bags or not. Times vary based on your trip.
Travel entirely within the U.S.
You must be checked in 45 minutes before scheduled departure.
Travel from these airports require more time:
San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU) - 60 minutes
St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands (STT) - 90 minutes
International travel
You must be checked in 60 minutes before scheduled departure. This includes trips starting in the U.S.
Example: International travel starting in the U.S. This content can be expanded
Travel from these airports require more time:
Beijing, China (PEK) - 75 minutes
Buenos Aires, Argentina (EZE) - 75 minutes
Caracas, Venezuela (CCS) - 90 minutes
Dublin, Ireland (DUB) - 75 minutes
Maracaibo, Venezuela (MAR) - 90 minutes"
"Minimum time to check baggage
To help us get your bag on the same flight with you, present your bag to an airline representative for check-in no later than the cutoff time.
For flights within and between the U.S., Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands:
Check bags at least 45 minutes prior to scheduled departure at LAX
For flights originating in airports outside the U.S. or flights departing the U.S. for an international destination:
Check bags at least 60 minutes prior to scheduled departure"
This does not vary with class of service; it may vary for a few specific airport.
The current page (link) is slightly more ambiguous:
"Minimum check-in times before scheduled departure
Check in by or before to avoid missing your flight
All airports have a minimum check-in time, whether you're checking bags or not. Times vary based on your trip.
Travel entirely within the U.S.
You must be checked in 45 minutes before scheduled departure.
Travel from these airports require more time:
San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU) - 60 minutes
St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands (STT) - 90 minutes
International travel
You must be checked in 60 minutes before scheduled departure. This includes trips starting in the U.S.
Example: International travel starting in the U.S. This content can be expanded
Travel from these airports require more time:
Beijing, China (PEK) - 75 minutes
Buenos Aires, Argentina (EZE) - 75 minutes
Caracas, Venezuela (CCS) - 90 minutes
Dublin, Ireland (DUB) - 75 minutes
Maracaibo, Venezuela (MAR) - 90 minutes"
Nov 11, 2016, 8:30 pm
#87
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Location: SFO, CLT
Programs: AA Bonsai EXP (2.9 MM), AS MVPG
Posts: 1,395
I am sorry if this is so well know a question that I ought to know the answer - or if my searching skills were not up to finding the answer already posted, but...
Is there a definite answer to the question whether I can drop off luggage early (say seven hours but the same day as the flight), having already checked in, at SFO for a domestic itinerary in F. I have heard/seen suggestions that there is a four hour time limit, before which bags will not be accepted.
Thanks a lot and again sorry if my searching abilities have not been up to this.
Is there a definite answer to the question whether I can drop off luggage early (say seven hours but the same day as the flight), having already checked in, at SFO for a domestic itinerary in F. I have heard/seen suggestions that there is a four hour time limit, before which bags will not be accepted.
Thanks a lot and again sorry if my searching abilities have not been up to this.
Nov 11, 2016, 10:09 pm
#89
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Nov 11, 2016, 10:16 pm
#90
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Baggage storage is exclusively available at the Airport Travel Agency, located on the Departures/Ticketing Level of the International Terminal, near the entrance to Gates G91-G102. The Airport Travel Agency is open daily from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. No reservations are required for baggage storage. All baggage is x-rayed prior to storage. Rates are assessed per each 24 hour period that an article is in storage (articles in storage for less than 24 hours will be subject to the 24 hour rate), and vary according to the size of the object. Please contact the Airport Travel Agency at 650.877.0422 or [email protected] for additional information.
I was with an FTer that stored a rollaboard here once and think it was around $16 for a few hours, so I wouldn't expect this service to be inexpensive.