Flying from Houston to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK): What you need to know
Start your journey at one of Houston's main airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Explore your options for booking a flight from Houston to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) jetting off from either of these.
Oakland is two hours behind Houston. Metropolitan Oakland International Airport is located in Oakland, which follows the UTC-7 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Houston to OAK.
During high season, allow for longer wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The journey from central Houston to IAH takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Houston to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
78.42% of flights that take off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport land at their destination on time.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
You can book a direct Houston to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) flight ticket out of William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Check if flying out of HOU makes more sense for your journey.
Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from Houston to OAK out of HOU. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and get to your destination in one go.
On the HOU to OAK route, Southwest Airlines is the top airline in terms of bookings.
Choose Southwest Airlines if you prioritize punctuality. Its flights between William P. Hobby Airport and Metropolitan Oakland International Airport land as scheduled 83.33% of the time.
HOU is about 19 kilometres from central Houston. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Houston to OAK flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to William P. Hobby Airport:
William P. Hobby Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 81.06% of flights taking off from here arrive right when they're supposed to.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Houston to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near OAK instead:
Explore without limits with a Metropolitan Oakland International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car or Dollar and discover more of Oakland and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Houston to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
You'll find OAK at 1 Airport Drive.
Getting from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to central Oakland
The centre of Oakland is about 11 kilometres from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
ر.ق. 490 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Houston to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport. Return flights start at ر.ق. 981. These prices may change based on demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Houston to OAK. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
May is the quietest month for flights from Houston to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK), while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Oakland based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Houston to OAK flight ticket departing in September if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Oakland to range from 12ºC to 26ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Houston to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport in January when temperatures are between 4ºC and 17ºC.
More about Oakland
Start your Oakland trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
There are plenty of exciting things to do in Oakland when you're ready to sightsee. Kick things off at Bay Area followed by 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 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
Sacramento is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 113 kilometres north-east of Oakland. No journey is complete without dropping by Old Sacramento Waterfront, Fright Planet - America's Haunted Theme Park and California State Railroad Museum.
