Traveling Through OAK — Metropolitan Oakland International Airport
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport serves 2 terminals, 10 airlines. Everything you need to know before you fly — terminals, transit, tips, and more.
📋 Key Facts for Your Trip
Essential info before you fly through OAK
✈️ Airlines at OAK
Terminal assignments — always confirm with your airline before travel
| Airline | Terminal(s) |
|---|---|
| Advanced Air | Terminal 1 |
| Alaska Airlines | Terminal 1 |
| Allegiant Air | Terminal 1 |
| American Airlines | Terminal 1 |
| Delta Air Lines | Terminal 1 |
| Hawaiian Airlines | Terminal 1 |
| Southwest Airlines | Terminal 1Terminal 2 |
| Sun Country | Terminal 1 |
| Viva Aerobus | Terminal 1 |
| Volaris | Terminal 1 |
🚗 Getting To & From OAK
Ground transportation options for Oakland
Rail / Train
BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) provides a direct connection from the airport to the Coliseum station, with connections to the rest of the Bay Area.
Bus / Shuttle
AC Transit provides bus service to various locations in the East Bay.
Rideshare
Uber and Lyft are available for pickup at the 3rd Curb, Sections 3C2-3C9.
Taxi
Taxis are available at Curb 1C. Approximate fare to downtown Oakland is $30-40, and to San Francisco is around $79.
Parking
Economy parking is available with a daily rate of $18. · Daily parking is available for $34 per day, and hourly parking is available for $1 per 12 minutes.
Rental Cars
The Rental Car Center is located at 7600 Earhart Road and is accessible via a shuttle from the terminals.
🍽️ Inside OAK
Food, lounges, and shopping at Metropolitan Oakland International Airport
Food & Dining
Before security: Options include Mt. Diablo Market in Terminal 1. · After security: A variety of restaurants are available post-security, including A16 Pizzeria, Calavera, Farley's Cafe, and Southie.
Lounges
Escape Lounge (Terminal 1)
Shopping
Shopping options include East Bay Trails, Hudson's Duty Free, Oakland Supply Co., and Shop the Town.
💡 Frequent Traveler Tips for OAK
Insider knowledge to make your time at Metropolitan Oakland International Airport smoother
- 1 OAK is located 7 miles south of downtown Oakland and 12 miles east of San Francisco.
- 2 The airport has two terminals, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
- 3 Free Wi-Fi is available in 45-minute sessions.
- 4 BART provides a convenient and affordable way to get to and from the airport.
- 5 The OAK Guest Pass program allows non-passengers to go through security to meet family or friends at the gate.
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Frequently Asked Questions — OAK
How many terminals does OAK (Metropolitan Oakland International Airport) have?
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport has 2 terminals: Terminal 1, Terminal 2. Always confirm your terminal with your airline before travel, as assignments can change.
Does OAK have free WiFi?
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the airport for 45-minute sessions.. For real-time connectivity updates and to stay on top of gate changes, download TripTrack — it tracks your flight automatically.
How early should I arrive at OAK?
For domestic flights, check-in closes 2 hours before departure. For international flights, check-in closes 3 hours before departure. As a general rule, arrive at least 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 hours before international flights to allow time for check-in, security, and reaching your gate.
What airlines fly from OAK?
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport is served by 10 airlines, including Advanced Air, Alaska Airlines, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and 5 more. See the full airline and terminal list above.
How do I get from OAK to Oakland?
Ground transportation options from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport include rail/train (BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) provides a direct connection from the airport to the Coliseum station, with connections to the rest of the Bay Area.), bus/shuttle service, rideshare apps, taxi. See the Getting To & From section above for details.
Is there parking at OAK?
Yes, Metropolitan Oakland International Airport offers parking options. Economy parking is available with a daily rate of $18. Daily parking is available for $34 per day, and hourly parking is available for $1 per 12 minutes. Rates and availability change — check the airport website for current pricing.
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