International Traffic In San Francisco Reaches 97% Of Pre-Pandemic Levels

Simple Flying

By Giacomo Amati

Published Nov 8, 2023

By the end of this year, San Francisco International expects to exceed 2019 international traffic levels and offer 43 international destinations.

Photo: Vincenzo Pace I Simple Flying

San Francisco International Airport's international traffic has reached 97% of 2019 levels.
Visitors from the UK, Europe, and India have contributed to the significant return of international traffic, while Mexico and Canada remain essential sources of visitors.
The airport is set to restore and exceed 2019 capacity with the return of Chinese carriers and the return of Chinese carriers, along with plans to introduce scheduled services from new airlines.