Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK): what you need to know
The timezone in Oakland is UTC-7, which is 18 hours behind Sydney.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your SYD to OAK flight.
Flying during a peak time such as April? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Pick a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport. Los Angeles International Airport is a top stopover on the SYD to OAK route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
Right now, Rs127,901 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs257,599. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from SYD to OAK, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from SYD to OAK.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Of all flights departing from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% touch down on time at their destination.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to SYD? If you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
Reserve a hotel close to OAK if you're catching a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go where the road takes you with a Metropolitan Oakland International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car or Dollar and find adventure across Oakland and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to central Oakland
OAK is located at 1 Airport Drive.
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Oakland. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Oakland based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Oakland is September, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from SYD to OAK in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 17ºC on average.
Explore more of United States
Oakland has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be discovered. About 64 kilometres south-east of Oakland, a trip to San Jose will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in United States, consider San Francisco, roughly 13 kilometres west of Oakland. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are among its highlights.
