Airport Comparison
ORD ChicagovsSFO San Francisco
Lounges at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) compared side by side — lounge count, access programs, walk-in prices, and terminal coverage. All figures from Loungely's verified lounge data.
| ORDChicago | SFOSan Francisco | |
|---|---|---|
| Verified lounges | 11 | 11 |
| Program-accessible | 11 | 11 |
| Access programs | American Airlines Admirals Club Membership, Delta Medallion Elite, Delta One, Oneworld Emerald / Sapphire, Priority Pass, Star Alliance Gold, United Club Membership, United Polaris (Business Class) | Alaska Lounge Membership, American Express Business Platinum, American Express Centurion, American Express Platinum, Oneworld Emerald / Sapphire, Priority Pass, Star Alliance Gold, United Polaris (Business Class) |
| Paid walk-in lounges | 8 | 1 |
| Walk-in price range | $59–$79 | $50 |
| Terminals covered | 4 | 5 |
All ORD lounges
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ORD vs SFO lounges — frequently asked
Does ORD or SFO have more lounges?
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) both have 11 verified lounges. Compare the access programs and walk-in prices below to decide which suits your ticket.
Which lounge-access programs work at ORD vs SFO?
ORD: American Airlines Admirals Club Membership, Delta Medallion Elite, Delta One, Oneworld Emerald / Sapphire, Priority Pass, Star Alliance Gold, United Club Membership, United Polaris (Business Class). SFO: Alaska Lounge Membership, American Express Business Platinum, American Express Centurion, American Express Platinum, Oneworld Emerald / Sapphire, Priority Pass, Star Alliance Gold, United Polaris (Business Class). Shared programs that work at both: Oneworld Emerald / Sapphire, Priority Pass, Star Alliance Gold, United Polaris (Business Class).
Can I pay for walk-in lounge access at ORD or SFO?
ORD: 8 lounges accept paid walk-ins ($59–$79). SFO: 1 lounge accept paid walk-ins ($50). Walk-in access is the fallback when your card's program isn't present.