Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK): what you need to know
Oakland is eight hours behind Madrid and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your MAD to OAK flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MAD and OAK:
Los Angeles International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport flight is R 7,330. A round-trip ticket is currently R 11,228. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MAD to OAK, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from MAD to OAK is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Of the departures from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Madrid to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to MAD? If you're catching an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
If you're landing on a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near OAK:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Metropolitan Oakland International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car or Dollar and explore beyond Oakland's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to central Oakland
The street address for OAK is 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.
Getting there by public transport takes about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Oakland. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Oakland, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAD to OAK in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Oakland is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. About 64 kilometres south-east of Oakland, a trip to San Jose will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
If there's time to check out another great destination in United States, consider San Francisco, about 13 kilometres west of Oakland. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are the start of reasons to visit.
