Waymo Launches Self-Driving Airport Shuttle Service at San Francisco International Airport

Autonomous driving company expands service to transport passengers to and from SFO

Jan. 29, 2026 at 7:07pm by Ben Kaplan

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Waymo, the self-driving car company, has launched a new paid passenger service to shuttle travelers to and from San Francisco International Airport (SFO). The service, which is the culmination of a pilot program initiated last September, is now available for select Waymo customers and marks a significant stride in autonomous transit options for the Bay Area.

Why it matters

The launch of Waymo's self-driving airport shuttle service provides a new sustainable and convenient transportation option for SFO travelers, aligning with the airport's efforts to improve the passenger experience and support the region's economic recovery.

The details

Waymo's autonomous passenger service will pick up and drop off travelers at the Rental Car Center on Level 1, accessible by the AirTrain. The company plans to expand the service to additional airport locations in the future. Waymo co-CEO Tekedra Mawakana noted that serving rides to and from SFO is one of the most requested features for their riders and will help accommodate the anticipated influx of travelers due to major events scheduled for this year.

  • Waymo initiated a pilot program for the service last September.
  • The paid passenger service officially launches on January 29, 2026.

The players

Waymo

Waymo is the self-driving car company and a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc., Google's parent company.

San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

SFO is the major international airport serving the San Francisco Bay Area and a hub for air travel.

Tekedra Mawakana

Tekedra Mawakana is the co-CEO of Waymo.

Mike Nakornkhet

Mike Nakornkhet is the Airport Director of San Francisco International Airport.

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What they’re saying

“Serving rides to and from San Francisco International Airport delivers one of the most requested features for our riders and further deepens our relationship with the city.”

— Tekedra Mawakana, Co-CEO, Waymo (Waymo)

“As the premier airport for a region of innovation, this new option demonstrates our continued commitment to providing an extraordinary travel experience with transportation options that are safe, sustainable, and reliable.”

— Mike Nakornkhet, Airport Director, San Francisco International Airport (San Francisco International Airport)

What’s next

Waymo plans to expand the self-driving airport shuttle service to additional pickup and drop-off locations at SFO in the future.

The takeaway

Waymo's new self-driving airport shuttle service at SFO represents a significant milestone in the advancement of autonomous transportation, providing travelers with a safe, sustainable, and convenient mobility option that aligns with the airport's efforts to enhance the passenger experience and support the region's economic recovery.