Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK): what you need to know
Around 2 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport.
Phoenix and Oakland are both in the UTC-7 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Every week, there are 28 Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport flights. If you want to jet off as early as possible, select the 05:20 Southwest Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 22:50 with Southwest Airlines.
For a smooth journey, 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 PHX to OAK flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Southwest Airlines is your ticket to exploring Oakland (and perhaps some other great corners of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of travelers choose to travel with Southwest Airlines on this route.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates PHX to OAK flights. An exceptional 83.68% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between PHX and OAK:
Los Angeles International Airport
San Diego International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
AED 240 is the best price for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport flight. Return flights start at AED 479. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from PHX to OAK by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbor Boulevard.
82.57% of flights departing from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport reach their destination on time. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from PHX.
To get to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport from central Phoenix, it'll take about 10 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near PHX. Whether you're taking an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near OAK instead:
Grab a Metropolitan Oakland International Airport rental car and discover Oakland and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car and Dollar are popular providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to central Oakland
You'll find OAK at 1 Airport Drive.
From Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, Oakland is approximately 16 kilometers away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the center driving.
It typically takes 40 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
July is the busiest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Oakland in May.
The warmest month in Oakland is September, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PHX to OAK around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
San Jose is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Oakland. Around 64 kilometers away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in United States, consider San Francisco, roughly 13 kilometers west of Oakland. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are among the biggest draws.