Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · United States

KSFOSFO

San Francisco International Airport

San Francisco, United States

ICAO

KSFO

IATA

SFO

Category

International Hub

Elevation

13 ft

Country

United States

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at KSFO

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at San Francisco International Airport (KSFO / SFO) in San Francisco, United States, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

KSFO is listed in our network as an international hub with high traffic. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – United States

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of United States.

Applicable permit lead times for United States are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.

For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for United States are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at KSFO

Direct FBO and handler coordination at KSFO covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.

San Francisco International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of FAA Index E; airport category B as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at KSFO

Fuel on record at San Francisco International Airport: Jet fuel & Avgas. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to KSFO

Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring.

Planning reference for KSFO: 37° 37′ 12″ N 122° 22′ 30″ W; elevation 13 ft; local time UTC-8.

Crew & Passenger Services in San Francisco

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into San Francisco.

Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at KSFO.

Cargo Operations at KSFO

Support for freighter operations into KSFO covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.

Field Information

San Francisco International Airport

Latitude
37° 37′ 12″ N
Longitude
122° 22′ 30″ W
ICAO code
KSFO
IATA code
SFO
Municipality
San Francisco
Timezone
UTC-8
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
FAA Index E
Airport Category
B
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To SFO?

Send us your aircraft, schedule, and requirements. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for KSFO.

Submit flight inquiry for KSFO

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – KSFO

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for San Francisco International Airport?

The ICAO code is KSFO and the IATA code is SFO.

Is Jet A1 available at KSFO?

Yes. Fuel on record at San Francisco International Airport is Jet fuel & Avgas; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at KSFO?

San Francisco International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of FAA Index E.

What time zone does KSFO operate in?

San Francisco International Airport operates on UTC-8.

How do I request ground handling or a permit for KSFO?

Send your aircraft, schedule, and requirements to occ@thenetworkplan.com. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for KSFO.