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Posted By: happy
Activity: Work/School
State: California
City: Oakland
OAK Oakland Airport
2006

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 OAK is as good a way to get to SF, especially downtown, as SFO, thanks to the close BART proximity. It would be great if BART was in the airport, but it's a short bus ride, and from there right into the bay area rail system. Southwest has good deals into OAK.
Posted By: happy
Activity: Work/School
State: California
City: San Diego
SAN Airport
2007

Experience

Repeatability

 Ah, the joy of a small airport in a large city. SAN has never been a problem checking bags with only a 1hr. lead time, and the terminal is clean and cozy. Be aware there are three terminals (1, 2, and a commuter terminal to go to LA). You can park for $0.50 for 1/2 hour if picking up a passenger - otherwise the on-airport parking is expensive ($20/day I think). Off-site parking is close and is available for $12 per day.
Posted By: happy
Activity: Work/School
State: California
City: Los Angeles
LAX Airport
2007

Experience

Repeatability

 LAX is surprisingly efficient for servicing such a large city. The parking lots are close to the terminals, and I recommend Lot 3. Remember the international terminal is called Bradley. MAKE SURE TO GET THERE MIN. 1.5 hrs. before - they are very strict.
Posted By: happy
Activity: Work/School
State: California
City: San Francisco
SFO Airport
2006

Experience

Repeatability

 Ugg, not a big fan of SFO - it does the job, but is never pleasant. BART will take you to the city, and access to your rental car is not too bad. It seems to me that SFO is best for big trips to Asia - I prefer Oakland for smaller trips to SF.
Posted By: happy
Activity: Work/School
State: California
City: Orange County
John Wayne Airport
2006

Experience

Repeatability

 John Wayne Airport (SNA) is not as good as you might think. Firstly, parking can be difficult. To park in the longer-term lot requires a ~10 min. bus ride from the other side of the 405 freeway to the terminal. The security gate line is also often long. On top of all this, the takeoff experience is intense as the local regulations require a 'steep ascent'. Unless you're close, not much benefit over LAX. One positive - the luggage pickup experience.