Travelling from Melbourne to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Melbourne to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK).
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport is located in Oakland. The city operates on the UTC-7 timezone and is 18 hours behind Melbourne.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Melbourne to OAK.
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Melbourne to OAK even cheaper with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to find which cities you could pass through. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is an option when flying out of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Melbourne to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these stays near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
67.71% of flights that take off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to OAK flight is a lot easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will have you a quick ride from check-in.
Avalon Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 80.09% of flights taking off from here make it to their final destination as planned.
About Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Melbourne to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near OAK:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Metropolitan Oakland International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car or Dollar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Oakland and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your Melbourne to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport flight.
The address for OAK is 1 Airport Drive.
Getting from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to central Oakland
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Oakland. How long it takes to get to the centre by car rental or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
Currently, C$807 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,668. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to OAK if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport tickets across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Find a cheap flight from Melbourne to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport by using filters. Select your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
May is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK), while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Oakland based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Oakland is September, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Melbourne to OAK flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport in January when temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
More about Oakland
Start your Oakland trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
You'll find loads of things to do in Oakland when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick things off at Bay Area followed by Fox Theatre and African American Museum and Library.
Explore more of the United States
Oakland has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres south-east of Oakland, a trip to Fresno will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
Around 113 kilometres north-east of Oakland, Sacramento is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Old Sacramento Waterfront, Fright Planet - America's Haunted Theme Park and California State Railroad Museum.