Travelling from Guadalajara Airport (GDL) to Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport (OAK): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Guadalajara Airport to Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 50 minutes.
Oakland is two hours behind Guadalajara and follows the UTC-8 timezone.
You can take your pick of 21 weekly Guadalajara Airport to Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your GDL to OAK flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Volaris is your ticket to exploring Oakland (and perhaps some other great parts of the United States!). Browse the direct flights from Guadalajara Airport to Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport offered by this airline.
Volaris is the top choice for travellers on this route.
With a dependable 93.48% of services arriving as planned, Viva Aerobus has the best on-time record for GDL to OAK flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Guadalajara Airport to Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between GDL and OAK include:
Los Angeles International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guadalajara Airport (GDL) to Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport (OAK)
Right now, R 2,699 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Guadalajara Airport to Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 3,941. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from GDL to OAK if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The cheapest month for flights from Guadalajara Airport to Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from GDL to OAK by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Guadalajara Airport to Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Guadalajara Airport (GDL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Guadalajara Airport, data shows 77% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Guadalajara Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Guadalajara. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near GDL? If you're boarding an early flight from Guadalajara Airport to Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport (OAK)
Book a hotel close to OAK if you're taking a late Guadalajara Airport to Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running by picking up a Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car or Dollar and explore beyond Oakland's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport (OAK) to central Oakland
You'll find OAK at 1 Airport Drive.
Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Oakland. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport (OAK)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Guadalajara Airport to Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Oakland. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Oakland is September, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Guadalajara Airport to Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap tickets from GDL to OAK around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Oakland has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 64 kilometres south-east of Oakland, a visit to San Jose will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
San Francisco is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 13 kilometres west of Oakland. No journey is complete without seeing Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island.

