Shopping
San Francisco (SFO) Airport Shopping
Shopping at San Francisco International Airport spans convenience staples at Hudson News and tech accessories at InMotion through to local specialty gifts and duty-free for international travelers. See each section below for exact locations by concourse or terminal.
Duty-free shopping
The International Terminal (Boarding Areas G and A) has the best duty-free at SFO — spirits, cosmetics, fragrance, and Tumi luggage in a well-curated environment. Local California wine, Bay Area artisan food items, and specialty SF gifts are also featured in the International Terminal's retail mix.
US duty-free allowance
US residents may bring back $800 in duty-free goods per person. Liquids purchased at duty-free must be in the original sealed store bag when transiting international connections — otherwise they may be confiscated at the connecting airport security checkpoint.
Books & magazines
Green Apple Books — San Francisco's beloved independent bookstore — operates a store in the International Terminal, selling hardcovers, paperbacks, vinyl records, and SF-themed items. This is one of the best airport bookstore experiences in the US. Hudson News at all domestic terminals.
Convenience & travel essentials
Hudson News throughout all terminals. Harvey Milk Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 have well-stocked Hudson shops with local Bay Area snacks, Ghirardelli chocolate, Anchor Steam merchandise, and travel accessories.
Hudson News is at most gate areas throughout San Francisco International Airport — a reliable last-minute stop for charging cables, snacks, OTC medicine, and reading material before any departure.
Tech & electronics
InMotion Entertainment at most terminals. Harvey Milk Terminal 1 has an iStore location for Apple accessories and general tech travel accessories. Best Buy Express kiosks in select terminals carry Apple accessories and Bose headphones.
Best Buy Express kiosks carry Apple accessories, Bose headphones, and phone chargers at most major US airports. InMotion Entertainment is the other key tech stop — open at most gate clusters and stocked with travel-oriented electronics essentials.
Fashion & specialty retail
International Terminal has L'Occitane for skincare and fragrance. Harvey Milk Terminal 1 has NYS Eyewear for fashion sunglasses. Local SF-branded apparel and Bay Area design items at specialty shops in the International Terminal. Standard airport fashion chains in domestic terminals.
Best shopping area
The International Terminal's Boarding Area G is SFO's premier shopping destination — Green Apple Books, duty-free, L'Occitane, local California wine shops, Bay Area artisan food items, and a curated mix of SF-specific souvenirs and gifts. Worth arriving early for an international departure.
Pro Tip
Green Apple Books in SFO's International Terminal is one of the finest airport bookstores in the US — curated rather than just bestsellers. The vinyl section and SF-themed titles make it worth a browse even for a short layover.
Frequently asked questions
Is there duty-free shopping at SFO airport?
The International Terminal (Boarding Areas G and A) has the best duty-free at SFO — spirits, cosmetics, fragrance, and Tumi luggage in a well-curated environment. Local California wine, Bay Area artisan food items, and specialty SF gifts are also featured in the International Terminal's retail mix.
What stores are in SFO airport?
San Francisco International Airport has Hudson News book and convenience shops at most gate areas, InMotion Entertainment for tech accessories, and a range of local gift shops. Hudson News throughout all terminals. Harvey Milk Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 have well-stocked Hudson shops with local Bay Area snacks, Ghirardelli chocolate, Anchor Steam merchandise, and travel accessories. International Terminal has L'Occitane for skincare and fragrance. Harvey Milk Terminal 1 has NYS Eyewear for fashion sunglasses. Local SF-branded apparel and Bay Area design items at specialty shops in the International Terminal. Standard airport fashion chains in domestic terminals.
Is there a bookstore at SFO airport?
Green Apple Books — San Francisco's beloved independent bookstore — operates a store in the International Terminal, selling hardcovers, paperbacks, vinyl records, and SF-themed items. This is one of the best airport bookstore experiences in the US. Hudson News at all domestic terminals.
Does SFO airport have an Apple store?
There is no dedicated Apple Store at San Francisco International Airport. Best Buy Express kiosks and InMotion Entertainment locations carry Apple accessories including AirPods, Apple Watch bands, MagSafe chargers, and iPhone cases. InMotion Entertainment at most terminals. Harvey Milk Terminal 1 has an iStore location for Apple accessories and general tech travel accessories. Best Buy Express kiosks in select terminals carry Apple accessories and Bose headphones.
See also: Airport lounges at SFO · Restaurants at SFO airport
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