Flying from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK): what you need to know
Oakland is three hours behind New York and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LGA to OAK flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from LaGuardia Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between LGA and OAK:
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How to find the cheapest flights from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
Right now, Rs33,205 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way LaGuardia Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs66,420. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from LGA to OAK. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from LaGuardia Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport.
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Handy information about LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LGA is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
LaGuardia Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 80.0% of flights that take off from LGA arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central New York to LaGuardia Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from LaGuardia Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to LGA:
Arriving at Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
If you have a late LaGuardia Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near OAK:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Metropolitan Oakland International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car or Dollar and explore beyond Oakland's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to central Oakland
OAK is located at 1 Airport Drive.
From Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, Oakland is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
July is the most popular month for flights from LaGuardia Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Oakland in May.
The warmest month in Oakland is September, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from LaGuardia Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from LGA to OAK in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 17ºC on average.
Explore more of United States
San Jose is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Oakland. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
Around 13 kilometres west of Oakland, San Francisco is another favourite stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street.