Air Canada opened its new Maple Leaf Lounge at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) on 27JUN.
The airline’s 28th lounge worldwide, it's the third for the airline in the U.S. - and features Air Canada's first outdoor lounge terrace that gives fliers aircraft and runway views while enjoying two vapor fireplaces.
The modern and exclusive lounge, located in Terminal 2, also include a range of premium amenities, food and beverages.
“We’re thrilled to bring our Maple Leaf Lounge experience to San Francisco International Airport, giving our Bay Area customers a way to enjoy Air Canada’s award-winning product and glowing-hearted hospitality from the moment they arrive,” said Jacqueline Harkness, Managing Director, Products and Services at Air Canada. “It’s one more way we’re investing to become San Francisco’s favourite way to travel internationally.”
The 165-seat airport retreat elevates Air Canada’s flight and airport experience for customers travelling from California to Canada or through to Europe, Asia and Australia via three of the airline’s main hubs: Toronto Pearson, Montreal Trudeau, and Vancouver International Airports.
The new Maple Leaf Lounge at SFO pays homage to its California location both through its design and decor, and the food and beverage selections presented, which highlight local makers and flavours. Unique seafood offerings, including the iconic San Francisco fish stew cioppino, will be on offer alongside a selection of California wines, and beer from Sierra Nevada Brewing Company and Anchor Brewing—America’s first craft beer.
Additional details include:
- Premium Food and Beverage Offerings
- Self-serve (hot and cold) buffet, showcasing local flavours
- Bar with bartender serving a selection of wines (including from Canada and California), in addition to local craft beers, a curated cocktail menu, and espresso
Amenities and Space
- The Lounge is the first of its kind with an outdoor terrace, featuring two vapor fireplaces produced by Canadian company CF + D
- 165 seats (135 interior + 30 exterior)
- E-Gates and biometric identification for seamless, hands-free lounge entry
- Showers with heated towel racks
- VIP room for up to 10 people
- Collection of art that reflects and pays homage to California and Canada
The new space is Air Canada’s latest addition to its growing lounge network. Air Canada’s Maple Leaf lounges are available to Air Canada customers who are Aeroplan 50K, 75K, and Aeroplan Super Elite Status members, Star Alliance Gold members, Aeroplan premium co-brand cardholders, and customers departing on a business class ticket with Air Canada or another Star Alliance member.
Year-Round Daily Flights from SFO to Canada
Air Canada, in partnership with United Airlines, offers up to 21 daily flights from San Francisco, to Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto and Montreal, representing up to approximately 21,000 seats weekly. Select flights between San Francisco and Toronto are operated onboard wide-body aircraft offering Air Canada’s lie-flat pods.
