Travelling from Philadelphia to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK): what you need to know
Start planning your holiday by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Philadelphia to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK). Explore your options for departing from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) or Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN), two of the city's main airports.
Oakland is 3 hours behind Philadelphia. Metropolitan Oakland International Airport is located in Oakland, which operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Philadelphia to OAK.
Popular months like August or holiday times such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is wise.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The distance from central Philadelphia to PHL is around 19 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest route, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near Philadelphia International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Philadelphia to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
About Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
Book a hotel close to OAK if you have a late flight from Philadelphia to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to central Oakland
From Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, Oakland is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 17 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 38 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport is R 1,319. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,987. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from Philadelphia to OAK. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool to compare the prices of tickets from Philadelphia to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport across the month. The lowest fares are marked in green, so you can easily choose a flight that fits your budget.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
July is the busiest month for flights from Philadelphia to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Oakland in May when it's quieter.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Oakland. The warmest month is September. Book your flights from Philadelphia to OAK sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 26ºC.
Travel in January for cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 4ºC and 17ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Philadelphia to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport.
More about Oakland
Start your Oakland trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Philadelphia to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Lake Merritt, Jack London Square and Fox Theatre are popular attractions which should feature on any good Oakland itinerary.
Complete your Oakland trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Philadelphia to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Oakland. Browse the exclusive deals and easily compare options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.
