Flying from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Long Beach Airport (LGB): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Long Beach Airport.
Take your pick of 26 weekly Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Long Beach Airport flights. The 06:10 departure with Southwest Airlines is the earliest you can take. Southwest Airlines operates the last service of the day at 19:45.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your OAK to LGB flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Jetting into Long Beach (and then exploring more of United States!) is a breeze with Southwest Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Long Beach Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Southwest Airlines.
With a reliable 81.79% of services arriving as scheduled, Southwest Airlines has the best on-time performance for OAK to LGB flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Long Beach Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between OAK and LGB:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Salt Lake City International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Long Beach Airport (LGB)
R 1,531 is currently the best price for a one-way Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Long Beach Airport flight. Return flights start from R 3,061. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from OAK to LGB by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Long Beach Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
OAK is located at 1 Airport Drive.
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 83.61% of flights that depart OAK arrive at their destination without delay.
To reach Metropolitan Oakland International Airport from central Oakland, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near OAK. Whether you have an early flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Long Beach Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Long Beach Airport (LGB)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Long Beach Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LGB instead:
Follow your own route with a Long Beach Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz, Budget or Avis and venture far and wide through Long Beach and beyond.
Reserve your vehicle from Long Beach Airport a few weeks before your trip to get the lowest price. If you're travelling during peak season, you may want to book even earlier.
Getting from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to central Long Beach
The address for LGB is 4100 Donald Douglas Drive.
Long Beach Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Long Beach. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Long Beach Airport (LGB)
The quietest month for a flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Long Beach Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Long Beach based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Long Beach Airport for August if you'd like to go to Long Beach during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from OAK to LGB in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Long Beach. Around 32 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in United States, head for San Diego, roughly 153 kilometres south-east of Long Beach. San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego are among its highlights.
