Travelling from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK): what you need to know
Oakland is three hours behind Richmond and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RIC 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 August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between RIC and OAK include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
At the moment, Rs51,855 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs101,993. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RIC to OAK if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
RIC is located at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
77.63% of flights taking off from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) make it to their destination on time.
Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is around 21 kilometres from central Richmond. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 2 hours 50 minutes.
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Arriving at Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
If you're getting in on a late Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near OAK:
Hit the road running by picking up a Metropolitan Oakland International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car or Dollar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Oakland and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
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 driving.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
July is the busiest month for flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Oakland in May.
When booking your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Oakland, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 26ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from RIC to OAK in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 17ºC on average.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Oakland, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Journey around 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to tick off its top attractions. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
San Francisco is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 13 kilometres west of Oakland. No journey is complete without experiencing Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street.
