Travelling from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Rome: what you need to know
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport is located in Oakland. Operating on the UTC+1 timezone, Rome is 8 hours ahead of Oakland.
To ensure you get on your flight from OAK to Rome, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like July or vacation periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart move.
We make it a breeze to find a flight from OAK to Rome with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
If you hold a passport from United States and plan to travel to Italy for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on the length and purpose of your stay and are subject to change. For the latest rules, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before reserving a cheap ticket from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Rome.
OAK is around 16 kilometres from central Oakland. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 17 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 38 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your vacation? Stay near OAK. Whether you've booked an early flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Rome or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Rome
C$492 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Rome. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,248. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from OAK to Rome. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Rome throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is around 32 kilometres from central Rome. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 39 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 51 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Rome. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
As soon as your flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Rome has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 42 minutes by car. Central Rome is roughly 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour and 39 minutes.
After your flight from OAK to Rome, kick back at a hotel near CIA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Rome
August is the most popular month for flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Rome. To avoid the crowds, head for Rome in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Rome in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap flights from OAK to Rome sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Rome
Start your Rome trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Rome, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are top sights which should be on any well-planned Rome itinerary.
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