Travelling from San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
The timezone in Rio de Janeiro is UTC-3. The city is five hours ahead of Oakland, where San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your OAK to Rio de Janeiro flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Located around 11 kilometres from central Oakland, OAK can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport to Rio de Janeiro? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to OAK:
San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 82% of flights that depart OAK reach their destination without delay.
The address for OAK is 1 Airport Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Rio de Janeiro
R 7,194 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight. A return ticket right now is R 13,842. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from OAK to Rio de Janeiro if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport to Rio de Janeiro across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
The distance from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro is roughly 19 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from OAK to Rio de Janeiro.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is roughly 5 kilometres from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. After your flight from San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, it'll take you around 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 20 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near SDU. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your OAK to Rio de Janeiro flight:
Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at SDU can get you a lower rate.
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is around 27 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. It'll take you about 45 minutes to reach the city centre by car after your flight from San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
If you travel by public transport, the journey takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, choose a hotel near RRJ. Make yourself comfy at one of these stays after your OAK to Rio de Janeiro flight:
If you prefer a certain kind of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of finding what you want. Book your ride from RRJ at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. January is the most popular month to visit Rio de Janeiro. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in December.
Book a San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket with a departure in February if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from OAK to Rio de Janeiro around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rio de Janeiro
Start your Rio de Janeiro trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, browse our selection of hotels including:
Christ the Redeemer and Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Rio de Janeiro itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Rio de Janeiro Carnival.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've experienced Rio de Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
If you're eager to discover another side of Brazil, consider Belo Horizonte, roughly 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis are the start of reasons to visit.
