Admirals Club to International Terminal/JetBlue
Apr 13, 2016, 11:59 pm
#1
Original Poster
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: BOS/MHT
Programs: AA EXP
Posts: 8
Admirals Club to International Terminal/JetBlue
We are flying Alaska Airlines (YVR to SEA to SFO) first class (AA miles). In SFO flying JetBlue (Mint) to BOS.
I'm AA Executive Platinum, traveling with 2 family members (husband and 13 yo son), with Admiral Club membership. I would like to use Admiral Club in Terminal 2 SFO before flying out out International Terminal on JetBlue.
Will we need to clear security twice ? We all have TSA precheck but will I need something from AA to get through security in Terminal 2 for Admirals Club? Because we are domestic flight i'm assuming there are no International club options.
Thanks
Julie
I'm AA Executive Platinum, traveling with 2 family members (husband and 13 yo son), with Admiral Club membership. I would like to use Admiral Club in Terminal 2 SFO before flying out out International Terminal on JetBlue.
Will we need to clear security twice ? We all have TSA precheck but will I need something from AA to get through security in Terminal 2 for Admirals Club? Because we are domestic flight i'm assuming there are no International club options.
Thanks
Julie
Apr 14, 2016, 9:06 am
#2
Moderator: Travel Safety/Security, Travel Tools, California, Los Angeles; FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: LAX
Programs: oneword Emerald
Posts: 20,597
From the Wikipost in the Connecting in SFO thread:
Yes.
No.
It's possible to walk between gates in a single zone, but going from one zone to another requires clearing security. Several FTers have reported resistance from BP checkers and TSA agents when you try to enter a concourse that is not connected airside to your departure gate. They are mistaken; you can use a same day boarding pass departing SFO at any of the security checkpoints. Press the issue (politely), and you'll get in.
No.
Apr 14, 2016, 10:56 am
#3
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jul 1999
Location: Over the Bay Bridge, CA
Programs: Jumbo mas
Posts: 38,594
When you enter T2 security, the ticket checker (and prob. TSA agent) will let you know that you're in the wrong terminal. Simply advise that you're there for lounge access.
Apr 18, 2016, 3:26 pm
#5
Moderator: Chase Ultimate Rewards
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: SFO
Programs: UA 2P, MR LT Plat, IHG Plat, BW Dia, HH Au, Avis PC
Posts: 5,443
Are you sure it's worth it? You're going from 0 security screening to twice; as well, it's not a short walk between the terminals.
Apr 18, 2016, 4:09 pm
#6
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jul 1999
Location: Over the Bay Bridge, CA
Programs: Jumbo mas
Posts: 38,594
Apr 19, 2016, 8:42 am
#7
Moderator: Chase Ultimate Rewards
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: SFO
Programs: UA 2P, MR LT Plat, IHG Plat, BW Dia, HH Au, Avis PC
Posts: 5,443
Apr 19, 2016, 9:24 am
#8
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jul 1999
Location: Over the Bay Bridge, CA
Programs: Jumbo mas
Posts: 38,594
I often visit 2 terminals for SFO departures (although it is my originating airport). If the OP and family's BPs all have precheck, I wouldn't hesitate. If for some reason one or more doesn't, I'd rethink it.
Apr 20, 2016, 8:04 am
#9
A FlyerTalk Posting Legend
Join Date: Feb 2001
Location: Berkeley, CA USA
Programs: Piggly Wiggly "Shop the Pig!" Preferred Shopper
Posts: 57,040
I also think that whether it's worth the trip depends on how much time the OP has to spare, and if the OP has Precheck. I do the extra security trip when I have >30 minutes to spend in the Centurion Lounge.
