Flying from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 3 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Houston is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of Oakland.
Take your pick of seven weekly Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport flights. The 05:00 departure with Southwest Airlines is the earliest available. Southwest Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 18:20.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your OAK to HOU flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Southwest Airlines is your gateway to exploring Houston (and maybe even some other exciting parts of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport offered by this airline.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Southwest Airlines.
With an impressive 86.57% of services arriving on schedule, Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating OAK to HOU flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between OAK and HOU:
Dallas Love Field Airport
Long Beach Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport flight is $164. A round-trip ticket right now is $328. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book six months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from OAK to HOU.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from OAK to HOU by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport.
Handy information about Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
OAK is located at 1 Airport Drive.
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 83.61% of flights that take off from OAK arrive at their destination without delay.
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport is around 16 kilometers from central Oakland. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near OAK. Whether you have an early flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HOU instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a William P. Hobby Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Easirent, Dollar or Thrifty to explore Houston and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from William P. Hobby Airport around four weeks in advance.
Getting from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to central Houston
The street address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
From William P. Hobby Airport, Houston is approximately 19 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the center driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 40 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
July is the busiest month for flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Houston in April.
When reserving your flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from OAK to HOU sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
San Antonio is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Houston. Around 306 kilometers away to the west, popular attractions include The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
Around 370 kilometers north of Houston, Dallas is another essential stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.
