Car Rentals
Car Rentals in San Francisco
Renting a car for an event in San Francisco? This page covers the 3 airports that serve the city and how far each is from downtown, the nearest airport to 8 of its busiest venues, the stadium parking we sell, and what is on. The car itself is booked on Expedia, which compares the rental companies at the airport you choose.
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San Francisco: the airport closest to downtown is Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (OAK), 18 km (11 mi) from the city centre; SFO is 19 km (12 mi).
Where to pick up a car in San Francisco
Airport rental counters keep the longest hours, so the airport you land at is usually the place to collect the car. Distances are in a straight line from the city centre.
| Airport | Code | From the city centre |
|---|---|---|
| Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport | OAK | 18 km (11 mi) |
| San Francisco International Airport | SFO | 19 km (12 mi) |
| Mineta San Jose International Airport | SJC | 63 km (39 mi) |
Airport to venue: the drive
The busiest venues in and around San Francisco, each with the airport nearest to it. A stadium in the suburbs is often closer to a different airport than downtown is.
| Venue | Nearest airport |
|---|---|
| San Francisco Playhouse | OAK, 18 km (11 mi) |
| Davies Symphony Hall | SFO, 18 km (11 mi) |
| War Memorial Opera House | SFO, 18 km (11 mi) |
| Punch Line Comedy Club - San Francisco | OAK, 18 km (11 mi) |
| Hillbarn Theatre | SFO, 11 km (7 mi) |
| Oracle Park | OAK, 16 km (10 mi) |
| The Independent | SFO, 18 km (11 mi) |
| Chase Center | OAK, 16 km (10 mi) |
Driving to a game? Book the parking
Stadium lots fill up for big games. These parking passes are on sale on StubOrder, game by game.
Upcoming San Francisco events
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Frequently asked questions
Which airport is nearest San Francisco Playhouse?
OAK, 18 km (11 mi) away in a straight line. The table above has the nearest airport for the other big venues in San Francisco.
Can I buy parking for Levi's Stadium?
Yes. Parking passes for games at Levi's Stadium are on sale on StubOrder, listed game by game on its parking page.
Can I rent a car on StubOrder?
Not directly. Car rentals are booked on Expedia through the link on this page, and StubOrder may earn a commission when you do. Your event tickets are always a separate purchase.
Which airport is closest to downtown San Francisco?
Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (OAK) is 18 km (11 mi) from the city centre in a straight line; SFO is 19 km (12 mi).
