Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport
Also known as: Oakland Airport, Oakland International Airport, OAK Airport. Formerly San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport, Metropolitan Oakland International Airport.
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Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (OAK) is the airport for Oakland, California, and the East Bay side of the San Francisco Bay Area in the USA. The Port of Oakland runs it, and until 2024 it was called Metropolitan Oakland International Airport; most travelers still say Oakland Airport.
Southwest Airlines flies the most routes, across California and the West, to Hawaii and to cities such as Denver, Chicago Midway, Austin and Dallas Love Field. Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Delta Connection, Frontier, JSX and Advanced Air add more domestic flights, while Volaris, Viva Aerobus and Volaris El Salvador fly to Mexico and San Salvador. The airport handled about 9.2 million passengers in 2025.
Two terminals stand side by side and are joined past security: Terminal 1 handles most airlines and all international arrivals, and Terminal 2 is used by Southwest. The BART station is across the street, with trains to Coliseum station for the wider BART network.
The airport sits on the bay shore beside Interstate 880, about 7 miles (11 km) south of downtown Oakland. From here travelers head to downtown Oakland and Jack London Square, Alameda, Berkeley and Emeryville, across the Bay Bridge to San Francisco, about 25 minutes away without traffic, or east to Walnut Creek and the rest of Contra Costa County.
Airport operator, runways and traffic
- Operator
Port of Oakland
- Passengers per year
About 9.2 million in 2025
- Runways
Four; the main runway, 12/30, is 10,520 ft (3,206 m) long
- Terminals
Two, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, with 29 gates
- Opened
1927
Arrival tips for Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport
Most flights into Oakland are domestic, so you walk off the plane and follow the signs straight to baggage claim in your terminal. If you arrive from Mexico or El Salvador, you land at Terminal 1 and clear US Customs and Border Protection first: passport control, then baggage collection and customs before you enter the public area. Visitors need a US visa or an approved ESTA before they fly.
Terminal 1 serves most airlines and Terminal 2 serves Southwest, and each has its own baggage claim. Check your airline's arrivals screen for the carousel number.
Outside, signs lead to taxis, rideshare pickup on the third curb, the free shuttle to the Rental Car Center and the BART station across the street, where trains run to Coliseum station for connections to San Francisco, Berkeley and the rest of the Bay Area. AC Transit buses also stop at the terminals. Pre-booked drivers meet passengers in baggage claim or at the curb outside, as their confirmation says.
Oakland is on Pacific Time and uses the US dollar.
Ground transportation
BART is the cheapest way into San Francisco or Berkeley; a taxi or pre-booked car is easier with luggage, late at night or for addresses away from the stations.
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The BART station is across the street from the terminals. Trains reach Coliseum station in about 8 minutes, where you change for San Francisco, Berkeley and the rest of the BART network; service stops around midnight.
AC Transit buses
Line 73 links the airport with Coliseum BART station every 15 minutes from early morning to around midnight, and the overnight Line 805 runs to downtown Oakland. Buses make many stops, so they are slow with luggage.
Taxi from Oakland airport
Taxis wait at the signed taxi stands outside the terminals and go door to door across the East Bay and to San Francisco. Fares are metered, so heavy Bay Bridge traffic adds to the cost.
Uber and Lyft
Rideshare pickups are on the third curb, in sections 3C2 to 3C9. Expect a wait for your car at busy times.
Private transfer
A pre-booked car meets you at the airport and drives you door to door, useful for families, groups, late arrivals and trips to San Francisco or Walnut Creek.
Moving between terminals
- 1
Walk past security
Terminals 1 and 2 are joined inside the secure area by a connector near Gate 4 in Terminal 1, so you can walk between them without clearing security again.
- 2
Walk outside
Before security, a walkway just outside the buildings links the two terminals.
Terminals
Terminal 1
The larger terminal, used by Alaska, Delta Connection, Frontier, Hawaiian, Volaris, Viva Aerobus and some Southwest flights. All international arrivals clear US Customs and Border Protection here.
Airlines commonly assigned here: Advanced Air, Alaska Airlines, Delta Connection, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Viva Aerobus, Volaris, Volaris El Salvador
Terminal 2
Used by Southwest Airlines, the airport's largest carrier. It connects with Terminal 1 past security.
Airlines commonly assigned here: Southwest Airlines
Airlines and destinations
Facilities
Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi is available in both terminals, with an optional paid upgrade for faster service.
Charging stations
Charging kiosks are spread through Terminals 1 and 2.
Information booths
Information booths in Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 help passengers and connect them to the Voyce language interpretation service.
Lactation rooms
A lactation suite is near Gate 7 in Terminal 1, and a lactation pod is between Gates 25 and 26 in Terminal 2.
Family restrooms
Four family restrooms are near Gate 7 in Terminal 1.
Animal relief areas
Relief areas are outside Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, and inside Terminal 2 near Gate 25.
Rental Car Center
The rental car companies share a Rental Car Center north of the terminals, reached by a free shuttle every 10 minutes, 24 hours a day.
Shops and restaurants
Food outlets and shops are in both terminals, mostly past security.
Airport lounges
Escape Lounge, Terminal 1
Between Gates 8 and 8A in Terminal 1, open daily from 5:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (as of August 2026). Eligible American Express Platinum, Business Platinum and Centurion cardholders enter free, and other passengers can buy entry.
Accessibility and passenger assistance
Requesting assistance
Book wheelchair or other assistance with your airline when you buy your ticket or through its website. Southwest offers curbside wheelchairs at Terminal 2, and Terminal 1 airlines provide them at their ticket counters.
Reduced mobility
Blue ADA-accessible curbsides are in front of both terminals, and all restrooms have accessible stalls.
Hearing and visual support
Aira offers free visual interpreting for blind and low-vision passengers by app or phone, and Aira ASL offers free remote American Sign Language interpreting anywhere at the airport.
Service animals
Animal relief areas are outside Terminals 1 and 2 and inside Terminal 2 near Gate 25.
TSA Cares
TSA Cares helps passengers with disabilities or medical conditions through security; contact it at least 72 hours before your flight.
Parking
Hourly
Short-stay parking for quick visits and pick-ups.
Daily
Parking for trips of a day or more.
Premier
Premium parking run by the Port of Oakland; check the airport website for its location and current rates.
Economy
The lowest-cost lot, north of the terminals off John Glenn Drive.
Park and Call lot
A waiting lot for drivers picking up passengers, free for the first 30 minutes, so they can wait until the traveler is at the curb.
Frequently asked questions
What is the official name of Oakland airport?
Its official name is Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport, code OAK. It was Metropolitan Oakland International Airport until 2024, when the Port of Oakland renamed it; after a trademark dispute with San Francisco, a 2026 settlement confirmed the current name. Most travelers simply call it Oakland Airport or Oakland International.
Is Oakland airport the same as San Francisco airport?
No. Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (OAK) is on the east side of the bay in Oakland, while San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is south of San Francisco in San Mateo County. They are separate airports with different airlines, so check the three-letter code on your ticket before you plan your ride.
How far is Oakland airport from downtown Oakland?
The airport is about 7 miles (11 km) south of downtown Oakland, beside Interstate 880. The drive usually takes 15 to 20 minutes outside rush hour. You can also take the BART connector to Coliseum station and change for downtown Oakland stations, or ride AC Transit buses.
How far is Oakland airport from San Francisco?
Oakland airport is about 12 miles (19 km) east of San Francisco across the bay. The drive over the Bay Bridge takes about 25 minutes without traffic and much longer at rush hour. BART is a steady alternative: take the connector to Coliseum station and change for a San Francisco train.
How do I get from Oakland airport to BART?
Walk across the street from the terminals to the Oakland Airport BART station. The automated connector train reaches Coliseum station in about 8 minutes, running every 6 minutes most of the day and every 20 minutes late at night, until about midnight. At Coliseum you change for trains to San Francisco, Berkeley and the rest of the network.
How many terminals does Oakland airport have?
Oakland has two terminals, side by side and joined past security. Terminal 1 serves Alaska, Delta Connection, Frontier, Hawaiian, Volaris, Viva Aerobus and some Southwest flights, plus all international arrivals. Terminal 2 serves Southwest Airlines. JSX flies from a separate private terminal on the airport grounds.
Which airlines fly to Oakland airport?
Southwest Airlines flies the most routes from Oakland, across California, the West, Hawaii and to cities such as Denver and Chicago Midway. Alaska, Hawaiian, Delta Connection, Frontier, JSX and Advanced Air add domestic flights, and Volaris, Viva Aerobus and Volaris El Salvador fly to Mexico and San Salvador.
Does Oakland airport have international flights?
Yes. Volaris flies to Guadalajara, León, Mexico City and Morelia, Viva Aerobus adds seasonal Guadalajara flights, and Volaris El Salvador flies to San Salvador. International arrivals land at Terminal 1, where US Customs and Border Protection processes passengers. Visitors need a US visa or an approved ESTA before they board.
Where is the rideshare pickup at Oakland airport?
Uber and Lyft pick up on the third curb, in sections 3C2 to 3C9. Follow the rideshare signs from baggage claim and match the license plate in your app before you get in. Taxis wait separately at the signed taxi stands outside the terminals.
Where is the rental car center at Oakland airport?
The rental car companies share a Rental Car Center north of the terminals, on Earhart Road. A free shuttle runs from the terminals to the center every 10 minutes, 24 hours a day. Return your car there and ride the same shuttle back to your terminal.
Is there a lounge at Oakland airport?
Yes. The Escape Lounge is in Terminal 1 between Gates 8 and 8A, open daily from early morning into the evening. Eligible American Express Platinum and Centurion cardholders enter free, and other passengers can buy entry at the door or ahead online.
Where can I park at Oakland airport?
The Port of Oakland runs several parking options: Premier; Hourly, for short stays; Daily, for longer trips; and Economy, the lowest-cost lot north of the terminals off John Glenn Drive. Drivers picking someone up can wait in the Park and Call lot, free for the first 30 minutes.
What time zone is Oakland airport in?
Oakland is on Pacific Time, UTC-8 in winter and UTC-7 during daylight saving time, from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November. Your phone switches automatically on landing, but check local times on your itinerary if you are connecting from another time zone.