What airport do you fly into for flights to Oakland?

Booking a flight to Oakland (OAK) is your only option if you intend on flying to Oakland. It is only a 7.0 mi journey from Oakland to Oakland’s city center.

Can I find cheaper flights to Oakland if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Oakland on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Oakland?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Virgin Atlantic is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Oakland.

Where does the fastest flight to Oakland depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Oakland, London offers the quickest one-way flight (13 hours 23 minutes).

Does Oakland have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Oakland can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Oakland?

Yes. Oakland has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Extended Stay America Suites - Oakland - Alameda Airport is the closest property to Oakland (1.0 mi away from Oakland).

What is good to know if travelling to Oakland?

If you want tickets to a baseball game, go online and buy your Oakland A’s seats ahead of time. The regular baseball season runs from March to September. Take a trip to the Oakland Museum of California and get a history lesson like you’ve never experienced. Learn about the state and its people, history, culture, geology, art, environment, and ecology. The museum features exhibitions of works by California artists, collections of historic artefacts and historic re-creations of California’s major movements including the 2006 earthquake and a tribute to baseball, which showcases artefacts and photos from America’s favourite pastime.

When is the best time to fly to Oakland?

Peak Season Peak season is normally dictated by school holidays and family travel plans around them. Flights to Oakland are packed in the summer time and most major attractions are full with tourists. Christmas season and the New Year are also peak times to travel to Oakland. Off Season Oakland sees a dip in tourists between September and June when school is in session. However, this is also a good time to book cheap flights to Oakland if you want to avoid crowds.

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Tue 1/7

10:55-22:28

1 stop19h 33m

Oakland

Mon 21/7

12:30-09:50

1 stop13h 20m

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LondonOakland

LHR - OAK

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Mon 9/6

09:55-23:57

2 stops22h 02m

Oakland

Sat 21/6

12:30-13:30

2 stops17h 00m

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LondonOakland

LHR - OAK

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London Heathrow

Tue 13/5

09:25-15:48

1 stop14h 23m

Oakland

Tue 20/5

09:25-06:50

1 stop13h 25m

£547

LondonOakland

LCY - OAK

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London City

Mon 9/6

09:20-23:57

2 stops22h 37m

Oakland

Sat 21/6

12:30-17:20

2 stops20h 50m

£564

LondonOakland

LGW - OAK

LGWOAK

London Gatwick

Sat 14/6

10:45-23:26

2 stops20h 41m

Oakland

Sat 21/6

05:30-10:55

2 stops21h 25m

£582

LondonOakland

LHR - OAK

LHROAK

London Heathrow

Sat 14/6

10:55-23:13

1 stop20h 18m

Oakland

Sat 21/6

06:00-09:50

1 stop19h 50m

£597

LondonOakland

LHR - OAK

LHROAK

London Heathrow

Tue 17/6

18:10-23:59

2 stops37h 49m

Oakland

Sat 21/6

14:38-06:50

1 stop32h 12m

£637

LondonOakland

LGW - OAK

LGWOAK

London Gatwick

Wed 28/5

15:40-22:11

2 stops38h 31m

Oakland

Wed 4/6

14:31-14:40

2 stops16h 09m

£665

LondonOakland

LHR - OAK

LHROAK

London Heathrow

Tue 27/5

21:25-22:11

2 stops32h 46m

Oakland

Tue 3/6

14:31-20:20

2 stops21h 49m

£671

LondonOakland

LHR - OAK

LHROAK

London Heathrow

Wed 11/6

10:20-23:46

2 stops21h 26m

Oakland

Sun 29/6

14:38-15:10

2 stops16h 32m

£678

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How long is the flight to Oakland?

On average, a flight from London to Oakland takes 23 hours 35 minutes. Flights to Oakland from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Oakland?

The most popular airlines flying from London to Oakland are Virgin Atlantic and British Airways.

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British Airways

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What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Oakland?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Oakland are Virgin Atlantic and British Airways.

Rainfall in Oakland by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Oakland ranges from 0.0 - 122.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 122.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Oakland when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Oakland by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Oakland, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 19.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Oakland

Read through reviews of airlines servicing Oakland, such as Delta, KLM and Finnair. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Delta

8.0

Very Good

7,936 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta

8.0

Very Good

7,936 reviews

Delta

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7,936 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

KLM

7.8

Good

1,334 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very Good

7,936 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Finnair

7.6

Good

1,275 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very Good

7,936 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Virgin Atlantic

7.4

Good

642 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very Good

7,936 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Icelandair

7.0

Good

487 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very Good

7,936 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

FAQs about flying to Oakland

Oakland climate

The Oakland weather is cool to mild throughout the year, with foggy summers and wet winters. Summers in Oakland (between June and September) are cooler than other parts of inland California and winters (December to February) are mild during the day, with temperatures seldom dropping below 10 degrees.

Getting around Oakland

You can get to and from San Francisco to Oakland on the city’s BART system. It has one of the longest underwater transit tunnels in the world, taking you under the bay to San Francisco city. Fares are reasonable and children at the age of four and under ride for free. The trains run all week long, but times vary on the weekends, so check one of the schedules posted around the city.

Oakland airport overview

Oakland International Airport is 7.4km (4.6 miles) from the city centre of Oakland, California, and one of three airports serving the San Francisco Bay area.

Although not as popular with tourists as nearby San Francisco or San Juan, oak tree-lined Oakland has an interesting and diverse mix of cultures, with more than 100 languages spoken throughout its suburbs.

Popular with low-cost carriers, the airport saw a boom at the end of the last decade and is currently undergoing a much needed multi-million dollar upgrade to its two terminals. There are flights to Oakland International Airport mainly from destinations across the US. The busiest routes are those to major Californian cities as well as Phoenix, Las Vegas, Seattle, Salt Lake City and Portland. Terminal 2 is used exclusively by Southwest Airlines, with Terminal 1 used by all other carriers.

When is the best time to fly to Oakland?
Peak Season Peak season is normally dictated by school holidays and family travel plans around them. Flights to Oakland are packed in the summer time and most major attractions are full with tourists. Christmas season and the New Year are also peak times to travel to Oakland. Off Season Oakland sees a dip in tourists between September and June when school is in session. However, this is also a good time to book cheap flights to Oakland if you want to avoid crowds.
What is good to know if travelling to Oakland?
If you want tickets to a baseball game, go online and buy your Oakland A’s seats ahead of time. The regular baseball season runs from March to September. Take a trip to the Oakland Museum of California and get a history lesson like you’ve never experienced. Learn about the state and its people, history, culture, geology, art, environment, and ecology. The museum features exhibitions of works by California artists, collections of historic artefacts and historic re-creations of California’s major movements including the 2006 earthquake and a tribute to baseball, which showcases artefacts and photos from America’s favourite pastime.
What airport do you fly into for flights to Oakland?
Booking a flight to Oakland (OAK) is your only option if you intend on flying to Oakland. It is only a 7.0 mi journey from Oakland to Oakland’s city center.
Can I find cheaper flights to Oakland if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Oakland on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Oakland?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Virgin Atlantic is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Oakland.
Where does the fastest flight to Oakland depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Oakland, London offers the quickest one-way flight (13 hours 23 minutes).
Does Oakland have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Oakland can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Oakland?
Yes. Oakland has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Extended Stay America Suites - Oakland - Alameda Airport is the closest property to Oakland (1.0 mi away from Oakland).

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How long is the flight to Oakland?

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Rainfall in Oakland by month

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Temperature in Oakland by month

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Reviews of airlines servicing Oakland

Read through reviews of airlines servicing Oakland, such as Delta, KLM and Finnair. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FAQs about flying to Oakland

Oakland climate

Getting around Oakland

Oakland airport overview

When is the best time to fly to Oakland?

What is good to know if travelling to Oakland?

What airport do you fly into for flights to Oakland?

Can I find cheaper flights to Oakland if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to Oakland?

Where does the fastest flight to Oakland depart from?

Does Oakland have car hire?

Are there hotels close to Oakland?

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