Travelling from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK): What you need to know
Your travels get underway at Phoenix's main airport, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). Check out the options for booking a flight from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK) departing from this base.
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours. That's the average time for a direct Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport flight.
San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport is located in Oakland. The city runs on the UTC-8 timezone and is one hour behind Phoenix.
With 28 direct flights a week between the two airports, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK) is the busiest route. Southwest Airlines operates the earliest flight at 5:35am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from PHX to OAK is with Southwest Airlines at 10:45pm.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Phoenix to OAK. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like March or high seasons such as Christmas and New Year will mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise idea.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
You can jump on a direct flight from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK) out of Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
Southwest Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport leaving from PHX.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between PHX and OAK is Southwest Airlines.
The most punctual carrier on this route is Southwest Airlines. Its services arrive without delay 79.51% of the time.
PHX is about 5 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
80% of flights leaving Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, delays are unlikely when flying out of PHX.
The address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
With public transport, you can travel from central Phoenix to AZA in around 1 hour 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Phoenix to OAK flight? Kick back in a hotel near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
Flights from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 82% of them landing as planned.
The street address for AZA is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK)
Consider booking a hotel near OAK if you're catching a late flight from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
The street address for OAK is 1 Airport Drive.
Getting from San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK) to central Oakland
San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Oakland. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It'll take around 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport is R 1,396. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 2,916. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Book one month before you want to travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Phoenix to OAK.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK). July is when most people visit Oakland. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in December.
When booking your Phoenix to OAK plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. September is the warmest month in Oakland, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
More about Oakland
Once you've booked your flight from Phoenix to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Oakland:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Fox Theatre, African American Museum and Library and Oracle Arena are must-visits when exploring Oakland.
Explore more of the United States
Fresno is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Oakland. Around 241 kilometres away to the southeast, its top attractions include Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in the United States, consider Sacramento, about 113 kilometres northeast of Oakland. California State Railroad Museum, Old Sacramento State Historic Park and Crocker Art Museum are highlights.