Oakland International Airport OAK is one of many airports serving the Bay Area. OAK Airport is situated about 5 miles south of Oakland’s city center. It currently moves about 9 million passengers annually. It opened in 1927 after building the runway in just 21 days to compete in the Dole Race. In 1943 the Oakland Airport became Naval Air Station Oakland by the United States Armed Forces due to World War II. Civilian flights slowly began coming back in 1946.
Located between the Bay and to the west I-880, Oakland Airport has several options for parking including hourly, daily, economy, garage, premier, valet or electric/hybrid parking. OAK Airport consists of two terminals (1, 2) with 30 gates. All international travel is handled in Terminal 1. There are 14 airlines serving Oakland International Airport flying to and from several domestic and international destinations.
In terms dining each terminal has several options to choose from including Chili’s Too, Starbucks and Subway. Also, there is a variety of retail shops including Oakland News, World Passage Duty Free, and Bayfront Books.
With public transportation it is simple to get to and from Oakland International Airport with the BART, AirBART, Amtrak and AC Transit. Along with other options available for transport such as car rentals, shuttles, limousines, and taxis. Oakland International Airport offers an array of accommodation to fit any budget including the Hilton Hotel Airport Oakland, the Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Oakland and the Red Lion Hotel Oakland.