Compare 5 airports near San Carlos
98.8 km to Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK)
144.5 km to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
33.4 km to San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC)
16.4 km to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
108.7 km to Monterey Regional Airport (MRY)
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Airports near San Carlos: SCK, SMF, SJC, SFO and MRY.
Airports Near San Carlos: Key Information
Number of airports in San Carlos
0
Closest airport to the city center
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Distance
16.4 km
Fastest arrival time
45 minutes - 1 hour 5 minutes
Airport with the cheapest transport
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Compare domestic and international airports near San Carlos.
Stockton Metropolitan Airport
Distance: 98.8 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
San Joaquin RTD and connecting lines
4 hours - 5 hours
USD 20-40
Budget
Local Taxi Service
Fastest
1 hour 30 minutes - 2 hours
USD 250-350
Comfort
Uber / Lyft
1 hour 30 minutes - 2 hours 10 minutes
USD 200-300
Balanced
Sacramento International Airport
Distance: 144.5 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Yolobus to Amtrak/Capitol Corridor
Cheapest
3 hours 30 minutes - 4 hours 30 minutes
USD 35-55
Budget
Capitol Corridor Train
Fastest
3 hours - 3 hours 40 minutes
USD 40-70
Speed
Airport Taxi
2 hours 30 minutes - 3 hours 20 minutes
USD 350-500
Comfort
San Jose Mineta International Airport
Distance: 33.4 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Caltrain
Fastest
1 hour - 1 hour 20 minutes
USD 8-12
Speed
VTA Bus
Cheapest
1 hour 30 minutes - 2 hours
USD 2.5-5
Budget
Uber / Lyft
40 minutes - 1 hour 10 minutes
USD 45-80
Balanced
Airport Taxi
40 minutes - 1 hour 10 minutes
USD 80-130
Comfort
San Francisco International Airport
Distance: 16.4 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Caltrain (via BART transfer)
Fastest
45 minutes - 1 hour 5 minutes
USD 12-18
Speed
SamTrans
Cheapest
1 hour 10 minutes - 1 hour 40 minutes
USD 2.25-5
Budget
Uber / Lyft
25 minutes - 50 minutes
USD 35-70
Balanced
Airport Taxi
25 minutes - 50 minutes
USD 70-110
Comfort
Monterey Regional Airport
Distance: 108.7 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
MST Bus
Cheapest
3 hours - 4 hours
USD 15-30
Budget
Monterey Taxi
Fastest
1 hour 30 minutes - 2 hours 20 minutes
USD 250-400
Comfort
Uber / Lyft
1 hour 30 minutes - 2 hours 20 minutes
USD 200-350
Balanced
Compare 5 airports near San Carlos
Airport Guide
Compare 5 airports near San Carlos
The most convenient entry point for San Carlos is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), which is 16.4 km away and serves both domestic and international flights. Travelers can utilize Caltrain for speed or SamTrans for a budget-friendly trip. San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC), located 33.3 km away, is another excellent international hub with reliable Caltrain and rideshare access. For those arriving at more distant regional airports like Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK, 98.7 km) or Monterey Regional Airport (MRY, 108.7 km), ground transport involves significant taxi or private car costs due to the distance. Sacramento International Airport (SMF, 144.5 km) is the furthest and primarily accessible via combined bus and rail networks, making it the least practical choice for quick access to San Carlos. When planning your journey, always check real-time traffic updates, especially during peak commute hours, and consider booking Caltrain tickets in advance to save both time and money.
Hotels near San Carlos airport
Breakfast
Very Good106 Reviews
San Carlos|0.92km from city center
Location is closed to airport, took less than 20 minutes driveFromUS$139
Great114 Reviews
San Carlos|0.64km from city center
This chain store is pretty good. recommended. There are also cheaper washing machines available.FromUS$135
Very Good108 Reviews
San Carlos|0.66km from city center
The air conditioning in the United States room is very noisy and needs to be turned off at night to fall asleep. The health is good and it is relatively clean. Breakfast is available but relatively simple. The front desk service is good and the response is very timely.FromUS$120
100 Reviews
San Carlos|1.96km from city center
Breakfast is average and can be used in the room. Parking costs 11 knives per day. The surrounding business is general. The room is large and there is an electric stove. Tableware should be requested, and microwave ovens can be used.FromUS$116
Very Good97 Reviews
San Carlos|1.71km from city center
I have stayed here several times recently, simply because the hotel is next to the supermarket, too close and convenientFromUS$89
Family friendly
100 Reviews
San Carlos|0.8km from city center
With a stay at San Carlos Inn in San Carlos, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of San Francisco Bay and Stanford University. This motel is 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from Shoreline Amphitheatre and 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from Silicon Valley.Featured amenities include express check-out and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 10 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Conveniences include phones, housekeeping is provided on request, and you can request irons/ironing boards.FromUS$84
Great73 Reviews
San Carlos|0.93km from city center
Very good! Spacious American-style room with a microwave... However, it's suitable for people who drive themselves. Parking is expensive when entering the city. It's better to find a place to take the train into the city and stay here when you come back. In short, San Francisco is charming and worth visiting.FromUS$134
Very Good106 Reviews
San Carlos|0.92km from city center
Location is closed to airport, took less than 20 minutes driveFromUS$139
Great114 Reviews
San Carlos|0.64km from city center
This chain store is pretty good. recommended. There are also cheaper washing machines available.FromUS$135
Very Good108 Reviews
San Carlos|0.66km from city center
The air conditioning in the United States room is very noisy and needs to be turned off at night to fall asleep. The health is good and it is relatively clean. Breakfast is available but relatively simple. The front desk service is good and the response is very timely.FromUS$120
5 star
Very Good101 Reviews
San Carlos|0.75km from city center
It is very close to San Francisco Airport. It takes 20 minutes to drive and take 20 minutes. Then the room is very clean as a whole, and the hotel front desk owner is also very enthusiastic. Thank you very much for letting us have a accommodation environment so close to the airport before flying. FromUS$86
Very Good106 Reviews
San Carlos|0.92km from city center
Location is closed to airport, took less than 20 minutes driveFromUS$139
Great114 Reviews
San Carlos|0.64km from city center
This chain store is pretty good. recommended. There are also cheaper washing machines available.FromUS$135
Very Good108 Reviews
San Carlos|0.66km from city center
The air conditioning in the United States room is very noisy and needs to be turned off at night to fall asleep. The health is good and it is relatively clean. Breakfast is available but relatively simple. The front desk service is good and the response is very timely.FromUS$120
Great73 Reviews
San Carlos|0.93km from city center
Very good! Spacious American-style room with a microwave... However, it's suitable for people who drive themselves. Parking is expensive when entering the city. It's better to find a place to take the train into the city and stay here when you come back. In short, San Francisco is charming and worth visiting.FromUS$134
FAQs
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Which airport is the closest to San Carlos?
The nearest airport to San Carlos is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), about 16.4 km away.Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK) (98.8 km), Sacramento International Airport (SMF) (144.5 km), San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC) (33.4 km) and Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) (108.7 km).
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How long does it take to get from San Carlos to the airport?
Getting from San Carlos to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) takes about 45 minutes - 1 hour 5 minutes.
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How do I get to San Carlos?
We recommend flying into San Francisco International Airport (SFO), which is approximately 16.4 km away. The fastest mode of transportation is Caltrain (via BART transfer), reaching downtown in about 45 minutes - 1 hour 5 minutes.
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How many airports does San Carlos have?
San Carlos has 5 airports: Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK), Sacramento International Airport (SMF), San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC), San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Monterey Regional Airport (MRY).