Flying from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Ontario International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Oakland's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Ontario.
Flights from ONT to OAK start at 05:15 — the first with Southwest Airlines. The last departure is at 21:55 with Southwest Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 22 weekly Ontario International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport flights.
Your ONT to OAK flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.
Getting to Oakland (and then discovering more of United States!) is a snap with Southwest Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Ontario International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport.
The airline most travelers fly with on this route is Southwest Airlines.
Southwest Airlines stands out as the most punctual carrier for ONT to OAK flights, with 82.11% of its services arriving as scheduled.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Ontario International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between ONT and OAK:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Salt Lake City International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
Right now, $88 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Ontario International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $197. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ONT to OAK.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Ontario International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Ontario International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Ontario International Airport (ONT)
ONT is located at 2900 E. Airport Drive.
Ontario International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 83.6% of flights that take off from ONT arrive at their destination without delay.
To reach Ontario International Airport from central Ontario, it takes about 10 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 6 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near ONT? If you're catching an early flight from Ontario International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Ontario International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near OAK instead:
Travel at your own speed 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.
Reserving your ride from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport about one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to central Oakland
The address for OAK is 1 Airport Drive.
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to the center of Oakland has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometers away.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
The quietest month for a flight from Ontario International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Oakland based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Ontario International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. September is the warmest month in Oakland, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ONT to OAK in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
San Jose is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Oakland. Around 64 kilometers away to the south-east, its top attractions include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
Around 13 kilometers west of Oakland, San Francisco is another favorite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street.
