Travelling from Fort Lauderdale to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK): What you need to know
San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport is located in Oakland. The city runs on the UTC-8 timezone and is three hours behind Fort Lauderdale.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Fort Lauderdale to OAK. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're getting away during a peak month like March, be at the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines are longer during holiday periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Fort Lauderdale, FLL can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays close to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport:
When it comes to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport's on-time performance, 75% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
The address for FLL is 320 Terminal Drive.
About San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK)
Have a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near OAK and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride around one week before your Fort Lauderdale to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport flight.
The address for OAK is 1 Airport Drive.
Getting from San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK) to central Oakland
Central Oakland is around 11 kilometres from San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It typically takes 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK)
At the moment, $171 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $342. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to OAK if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK)
December is the quietest month for flights from Fort Lauderdale to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK), while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Oakland based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Oakland is September, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Fort Lauderdale to OAK plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Fort Lauderdale to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport in January when temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
More about Oakland
Once you've booked your flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Oakland:
Fox Theatre and African American Museum and Library are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Oakland must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Oracle Arena.
Explore more of the United States
Fresno is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Oakland. Around 241 kilometres away to the southeast, its best attractions include Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in the United States, consider Sacramento, about 113 kilometres northeast of Oakland. California State Railroad Museum, Old Sacramento State Historic Park and Crocker Art Museum are key highlights.
