Flying from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK): what you need to know
Oakland is two hours behind Birmingham and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your BHM to OAK flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between BHM and OAK:
Denver International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
Right now, ج.م. 21,244 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ج.م. 19,298. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from BHM to OAK. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from BHM to OAK.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport.
Handy information about Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
The address for BHM is 5900 Airport Highway.
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 80.37% of flights that take off from BHM land on time.
To reach Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport from central Birmingham, it takes about 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to BHM? If you're catching an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
Reserve a hotel near OAK if you're catching a late Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running 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.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to central Oakland
You'll find OAK at 1 Airport Drive.
From Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, Oakland is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
When to fly to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Oakland based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Oakland is September, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BHM to OAK in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC and 17ºC then.
Explore more of United States
Oakland has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be explored. About 64 kilometres south-east of Oakland, a visit to San Jose will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
If there's time to check out another corner of United States, consider San Francisco, roughly 13 kilometres west of Oakland. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are highlights.
