Flying from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Seattle: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 8 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Seattle.
Seattle and Oakland (where Metropolitan Oakland International Airport is located) share the UTC-7 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch once you land.
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the most traveled route, with 46 flights a week to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from OAK to SEA is with Alaska Airlines at 20:58. Go for the first departure with Southwest Airlines at 05:10 if you want to fly out earlier.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from OAK to Seattle. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Getting away during a peak month like July? Popular periods (like spring break, summer and Thanksgiving) can add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a direct flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Seattle. Begin your journey at OAK and touch down at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
Alaska Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Seattle.
Once you've booked cheap tickets from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Seattle, get your documents ready. A passport or visa isn't required since you're travelling within United States. As long as you have some other valid form of identification, like a driver's licence or an ID card, you're good to go.
Travelling from central Oakland to OAK takes approximately 38 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 17 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Seattle? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to OAK:
How to find the cheapest flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Seattle
Rs14,967 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Seattle. Return flights start at Rs24,851. These prices can change based on demand.
To secure cheap tickets from OAK to Seattle, book your trip 10 months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Seattle is June. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle is around 18 minutes by car. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 54 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to SEA if you're taking a late flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Seattle. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) is roughly 3 kilometres from the centre of Seattle. After your flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Seattle, it'll take you around 11 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 23 minutes.
After your flight from OAK to Seattle, rest your head at a hotel near LKE. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Seattle
July is the most popular month for flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Seattle. To escape the crowds, head to Seattle in May when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Seattle in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from OAK to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Seattle
After locking in your flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Seattle, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seattle:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Gas Works - Lake View Point, Queen Anne Bowl Playfield and LMN Architects are popular attractions which should feature on every Seattle itinerary.
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