Flying from Chicago to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK): What you need to know
Begin your trip planning by looking up the ideal departure point for your flight from Chicago to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK). Explore your options for setting off from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), the city's main airports.
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport is located in Oakland. The city operates on the UTC-7 timezone and is two hours behind Chicago.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Chicago to OAK.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 40 kms (25 miles) in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights departing from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can book a direct Chicago to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) plane ticket out of Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Figure out if flying from MDW works better for your plans.
Catch your direct flight from Chicago to OAK with Southwest Airlines. This is one of the leading airlines operating this route out of MDW.
Southwest Airlines is the go-to airline for bookings on the MDW to OAK route.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier flying from Chicago Midway International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, with 65.67% of its services arriving as planned.
You can arrive at MDW from the centre of Chicago in approximately 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to travel the 19 kms (12 miles) or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Chicago to OAK flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77.88%.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The trip to RFD from the centre of Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 137 kms (85 miles) or so.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Chicago to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of RFD is 76.19%. In other words, that's how often flights that depart this airport reach their final stop as planned.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Chicago to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near OAK:
Follow your own route with a Metropolitan Oakland International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car or Dollar and discover more of Oakland and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Chicago to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport flight.
You'll find OAK at 1 Airport Drive.
Getting from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to central Oakland
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to the centre of Oakland is around 7 miles. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport is £89. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £188. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Chicago to OAK if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
May is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK), while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Oakland based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Chicago to OAK plane ticket departing in September if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Oakland to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Oakland
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Oakland right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Chicago to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport:
Your trip to Oakland isn't complete without checking out the sights. Attractions worth exploring include Bay Area, Fox Theatre and African American Museum and Library.
Explore more of the United States
Fresno is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Oakland. Around 241 kms (150 miles) away to the south-east, top sights here include Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
Sacramento is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 113 kms (70 miles) north-east of Oakland. No journey is complete without visiting Old Sacramento Waterfront, Fright Planet - America's Haunted Theme Park and California State Railroad Museum.
