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San Francisco International Airport vs Toronto Pearson International Airport
Detailed comparison of SFO and YYZ on FlightLogic scores and passenger experience.
Verdict
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) scores higher overall at 7.8/10 versus Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) at 7.6/10.
4 terminals (T1–T3 domestic, International Terminal A & G) · 50M+ passengers/year
7.8/ 10
How good is San Francisco International Airport?
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) scores 7.8/10 (Very Good)
on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.5),
passenger experience (7.7), and facilities (8.2).
Lounge quality rates 8.3/10. See full airport guide →
In short
San Francisco SFO is rated 7.8/10 on FlightLogic with lounge score 8.3/10. United Polaris Lounge in International Terminal G is the premium benchmark for transpacific business class. Centurion Lounge in Terminal 3 serves domestic and some international cardholders. See /guides/sfo-airport-lounge-guide-2026.
FlightLogic Score7.8Very Good
On-time7.5Departure reliability
Experience7.7Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities8.2Food, shops, seating
Lounges8.3Lounge quality
Rating basisEditorialFlightLogic methodology
Score breakdown
Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.
On-Time Performance
7.5
Passenger Experience
7.7
Facilities & Comfort
8.2
Lounge score8.3/10
Highlights
United Polaris Lounge in International Terminal G — among the best US airline lounges for transpacific departures
International Terminal A and G host Star Alliance, oneworld, and Centurion Lounge for long-haul passengers
BART train to downtown San Francisco in 30 minutes — preferred over LAX for city access on business trips
Common UK routing via London with BA, Virgin Atlantic, and United non-stops
Overview
West Coast tech gateway — United Polaris hub with strong Asia-Pacific routes and renovated International Terminal lounges.
International Terminal and Polaris
International Terminal G hosts United Polaris Lounge for United long-haul business class and Star Alliance Gold on international departures. Terminal A serves other Star Alliance and oneworld long-haul carriers with alliance lounges.
Airside connections exist between International Terminal A and G — easier than JFK for Star Alliance connections.
2 terminals (T1 Star Alliance, T3 oneworld/SkyTeam) · 50M+ passengers/year
7.6/ 10
How good is Toronto Pearson International Airport?
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) scores 7.6/10 (Very Good)
on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.4),
passenger experience (7.5), and facilities (7.9).
Lounge quality rates 7.8/10. See full airport guide →
In short
Toronto YYZ scores 7.6/10 — Canada's main hub. UP Express to downtown ~25 min. Air Canada Star Alliance gateway. See /guides/best-airlines-uk-canada-2026 and /guides/toronto-airport-lounge-guide-2026.
FlightLogic Score7.6Very Good
On-time7.4Departure reliability
Experience7.5Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities7.9Food, shops, seating
Lounges7.8Lounge quality
Rating basisEditorialFlightLogic methodology
Score breakdown
Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.
On-Time Performance
7.4
Passenger Experience
7.5
Facilities & Comfort
7.9
Lounge score7.8/10
Highlights
Primary UK–Canada gateway — Air Canada, BA direct from LHR; WestJet from LGW and MAN
T1 Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge and Plaza Premium; T3 BA Galleries for oneworld
UP Express train to Union Station ~25 min — best city access
NEXUS/Global Entry speeds US connections via Toronto for dual-destination trips
Overview
Canada's busiest airport and primary UK–Canada gateway — Air Canada, BA, and WestJet direct from Heathrow, Gatwick, and Manchester.
UK–Canada routing
Air Canada and BA operate multiple daily LHR–YYZ frequencies. WestJet offers LGW and MAN direct — often cheapest economy on sale.
Compare YYZ against Montreal (YUL) and Vancouver (YVR) — Toronto wins on frequency and connection breadth.
FAQ
Which is better, San Francisco International Airport or Toronto Pearson International Airport?
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) scores higher overall at 7.8/10 versus Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) at 7.6/10.
Which has better lounges, SFO or YYZ?
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) scores higher for lounges at 8.3/10, versus Toronto Pearson International Airport at 7.8/10.
Which airport is more on-time, SFO or YYZ?
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has stronger on-time performance at 7.5/10 versus Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) at 7.4/10.
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