Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport
KOAK, Oakland, CA
- Longest runway
- 12/30 (10,520 ft)
- Customs
- Yes
About 10 miles to downtown Oakland and 15 miles to San Francisco
Oakland airport guide
Private Jet Charter to Oakland
Oakland is often the easier Bay Area airport for private flights, with less fog and airline congestion than San Francisco International.
- Main airport
- OAK / KOAK
- Elevation
- 9 ft
- Longest runway
- 12/30 (10,520 ft)
- Customs
- On field
Flying Private to Oakland
Oakland International has long runways and private terminals away from the airline side. It is about 15 miles from San Francisco and convenient for the East Bay.
Many travelers heading to San Francisco choose Oakland when fog is delaying arrivals across the bay.
Oakland Airports for Private Jets
Which airport is best depends on where you are going on the ground, the time of day and the aircraft.
Before You Book Oakland
The local rules and conditions that affect your aircraft, schedule and price.
Bay Area Alternatives
San Francisco International, San Jose and Hayward are nearby alternatives depending on where you are going.
When Demand Peaks in Oakland
Book early for these dates. Quieter periods offer the widest choice of aircraft.
- Summer mornings
- Fog affects the whole Bay Area, but Oakland often has better conditions than SFO.
- Year-round
- Business travel to the Bay Area keeps demand steady.
Flight Times and Prices to Oakland
Estimated one-way flight times and prices to OAK for aircraft that fly the trip nonstop. Prices exclude taxes, fees and repositioning. Estimate a different trip
| From | Distance | Light jet | Midsize jet | Heavy jet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York (TEB) | 2,552 mi | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | 5 hr 40 min$52,500–$80,000 |
| Los Angeles (VNY) | 320 mi | 1 hr 5 min$10,900–$15,900 | 1 hr 5 min$16,600–$21,500 | 1 hr$36,500–$56,000 |
| Miami (OPF) | 2,570 mi | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | 5 hr 40 min$52,000–$80,000 |
| Dallas (DAL) | 1,465 mi | Needs fuel stop | 3 hr 40 min$20,000–$25,000 | 3 hr 25 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Chicago (MDW) | 1,840 mi | Needs fuel stop | 4 hr 30 min$25,000–$31,000 | 4 hr 15 min$38,500–$59,000 |
| Houston (HOU) | 1,640 mi | Needs fuel stop | 4 hr$22,000–$27,500 | 3 hr 45 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Las Vegas (LAS) | 406 mi | 1 hr 20 min$10,900–$15,900 | 1 hr 15 min$16,600–$21,500 | 1 hr 10 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Boston (BED) | 2,671 mi | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | 5 hr 55 min$54,500–$83,500 |
Route Guides
Private Jet Oakland to Las Vegas
OAKOakland
LASLas Vegas
- Turboprop
- 1 hr 30 min
- Very light jet
- 1 hr 15 min
- One way from
- $9,000
Best Aircraft for Oakland
Light jets cover California and the Pacific Northwest. For coast-to-coast flights, choose a super-midsize or larger.
Oakland Private Jet Questions
Is Oakland a good airport for San Francisco?
Yes. It is about 15 miles from downtown San Francisco and often has less fog and congestion than SFO.
Does Oakland have customs?
Yes. Oakland International has US customs, so international flights can arrive directly.
