Travelling from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK): what you need to know
Oakland is three hours behind Washington DC and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your DCA to OAK flight.
During popular months like February, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between DCA and OAK:
Chicago Midway International Airport
Denver International Airport
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
At the moment, P8,107 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ronald Reagan National Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is P21,576. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DCA to OAK if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport.
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Handy information about Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ronald Reagan National Airport, data shows 76.44% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Washington DC to Ronald Reagan National Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a journey time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near DCA:
Arriving at Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
Consider staying in a hotel close to OAK if you have a late Ronald Reagan National Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Metropolitan Oakland International Airport rental car and explore Oakland and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car and Dollar are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport around one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to central Oakland
The address for OAK is 1 Airport Drive.
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Oakland. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
July is the most popular month for flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Oakland in May.
When reserving your flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. September is the warmest month in Oakland, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DCA to OAK around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've done Oakland, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Travel around 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to check off its must-visit sights. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you busy.
San Francisco is another favourite destination in United States and is around 13 kilometres west of Oakland. No journey is complete without dropping by Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street.